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Checua, Archaeological site in Nemocón, Colombia

The excavation site contains thousands of stone tools, bone artifacts, and human remains spread across multiple stratigraphic layers in an open area setting.

The settlement dates from 8500 to 3000 years before present, marking one of the earliest human occupations in the Altiplano Cundiboyacense region of Colombia.

Archaeological findings include scrapers, knives, and a bone flute, demonstrating the technological capabilities and artistic expressions of prehistoric inhabitants.

Located 7 kilometers north of Nemocón town center, the site experiences consistent temperatures between 21.9°C maximum and 3.05°C minimum throughout the year.

The excavation revealed four distinct occupation zones containing evidence of white-tailed deer and guinea pig consumption, alongside tools for processing animal skins.

Location: Nemocón

GPS coordinates: 5.12003,-73.87647

Latest update: April 10, 2025 15:47

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