Grotte di San Michele, Archaeological cave complex in Ozieri, Italy.
Grotte di San Michele is a cave complex in Ozieri, Sardinia, with several interconnected chambers carved into limestone walls. The caverns contain pottery shards, stone tools, and evidence of ancient human occupation across multiple spaces.
The caverns were occupied by the Nuragic civilization, an early Bronze Age culture of Sardinia. Archaeological work from the early 20th century onward uncovered settlement remains, burial grounds, and religious objects within the chambers.
The name comes from a medieval chapel once built at the entrance to the cave system. The chambers reveal multiple uses over time, from domestic dwellings to ritual gathering spaces for ancient communities.
Access to the caverns is available during specific seasons, with opening hours varying throughout the year. It is wise to check current conditions before visiting, as some passages are narrow and the ground can be damp and uneven in places.
The complex contains rare clay figurines and small idols from ancient times that reveal the religious beliefs of early inhabitants. These objects were left in their original positions, offering insight into both daily life and spiritual practices.
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