Franchthi Cave, Archaeological site in Koiladha Bay, Greece
The limestone cave opens on the northern side of Koiladha Bay, extending 150 meters into the cliff with multiple chambers and passageways.
The cave preserved evidence of continuous human occupation from 40,000 BC through 3,000 BC, spanning Upper Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic periods.
Archaeological findings include stone tools, decorative seashell ornaments, pottery fragments, and burial sites that reveal the evolution of prehistoric Mediterranean societies.
Researchers access the cave through a designated path from Koiladha village, while the surrounding bay contains submerged Neolithic settlement remains.
The cave inhabitants developed advanced seafaring abilities, demonstrated by the presence of obsidian from Melos island and evidence of deep-water tuna fishing.
Location: Ermionida Municipality
Inception: 38,000 years BCE
GPS coordinates: 37.42258,23.13111
Latest update: May 14, 2025 07:45
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