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Tell Yunatsite, Archaeological excavation site near Pazardzhik, Bulgaria

Tell Yunatsite stands as one of the largest burial mounds in Europe, reaching 12 meters in height and extending 110 meters in diameter.

The excavation site reveals multiple layers of civilization from 6000 BC to 1000 BC, including remains from Medieval, Roman, Iron Age, and Early Bronze periods.

Archaeologists discovered early evidence of metallurgy and urban planning, indicating the presence of an advanced prehistoric civilization in southeastern Europe during the 5th millennium BCE.

The Balkan Heritage Foundation organizes summer field schools at Tell Yunatsite, allowing students to participate in excavations and learn archaeological techniques.

Researchers found some of the earliest gold artifacts in the world at this location, including a golden bead and amulet from prehistoric times.

Location: Pazardzhik

GPS coordinates: 42.23228,24.26247

Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:56

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