Pločnik, Neolithic archaeological site in Prokuplje, Serbia.
Pločnik is a Neolithic site spread across a large area between several river courses and containing remains of Vinca culture settlements. Excavations reveal evidence of early copper working and show how people lived across different periods here.
The site was discovered by chance in 1927 during railway construction and later recognized as a major location for early metalworking. Archaeological layers document a long history of settlement from Neolithic times onward.
The settlement shows specialized pottery areas where craftspeople created different forms of clay vessels and figurines for everyday use and ceremonies. These workshops reveal the skills and beliefs of early communities living here.
The location spreads across a wide valley and is best visited during dry seasons when the ground is firm and visibility is clear. The nearby museum in Prokuplje offers context and displays finds from the site.
Copper tools and specialized furnaces with ventilation systems were found here, showing that metalworking in Europe started earlier than previously thought. This discovery changed understanding of when the Copper Age actually began in this region.
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