Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Aq Kupruk, located in Balkh Province, northern Afghanistan, is an archaeologically significant site known for its Neolithic remains. It comprises four sub-sites that have yielded a variety of artifacts, highlighting an advanced stone tool industry and some of the earliest known stone sculptures. The site also holds evidence of early domestication practices with remains of sheep and goats, pointing to an agrarian lifestyle. Additionally, fragments of beaten copper and terracotta artifacts suggest a community engaged in craft activities. The presence of simple jewelry further enriches our understanding of the cultural and social dynamics of the period. This site is a vital link in understanding early human settlement and technological advancements in the region.
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