Ganj Dareh, Archaeological site in Harsin, Iran
The conical mound of Ganj Dareh spans 40 meters in diameter and rises 5 meters above ground level, covering an area of 1300 square meters.
Archaeological excavations conducted between 1965 and 1969 by Professor Philip Smith revealed human settlements dating back to 8500 BCE in this Neolithic location.
The site contains artifacts including thick-walled pottery vessels, stone arrowheads, bone objects, jars, bowls, beads, and decorative items from early agricultural communities.
The archaeological site maintains visiting hours from 6:00 AM to midnight, with a recommended duration of 120 minutes for thorough exploration.
Distinctive bricks with central indentations, found nowhere else, and goat footprints preserved in construction materials indicate early animal domestication practices.
Location: Harsin County
Inception: 75 century BCE
GPS coordinates: 34.45000,48.11667
Latest update: May 17, 2025 20:33
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