Necropolis of Cafaggio

The necropolis of Cafaggio contains 54 excavated tombs constructed with stone slabs, revealing burial practices from the 4th century BC.

The site represents a burial ground of the Apuan Ligurians, who were later displaced when 45,000 people were deported to Samnium around 180 BC.

The graves contained items indicating gender roles: bronze jewelry for women and weapons for men, plus Etruscan ceramics showing trade connections.

The Archaeological Superintendency of Liguria manages site access, with information available through the Archaeological Heritage department.

Two alignments of dry stone walls in the southern section mark family burial areas, where stone boxes house funerary items and cremated remains.

Location: Ameglia

Address: Località Cafaggio, - Ameglia 19031 19031

Phone: +3901027181

Website: http://archeoge.beniculturali.it

GPS coordinates: 44.06794,9.95878

Latest update: March 12, 2025 08:21