Monte Polizzo, Archaeological site near Salemi, Italy.
Monte Polizzo sits on interconnected ridges at 725 meters above sea level, offering views across western Sicily's diverse landscape.
Archaeological excavations between 1998 and 2001 revealed House 1, dating to 550-525 BC, along with a town dump on the north slope of the acropolis.
The Monte Polizzo Project brings together international researchers studying the Elymians of western Sicily and their Early Iron Age development.
The site requires sturdy walking shoes and water supplies, as the exploration involves climbing steep terrain and navigating multiple archaeological zones.
Discoveries at Monte Polizzo include both Iron Age remains and sixth-century BC Greek pottery, indicating sustained settlement patterns over centuries.
GPS coordinates: 37.86444,12.78833
Latest update: March 24, 2025 15:42
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