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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Rachgoun, located in northwestern Algeria, is an archaeological site with a rich history, marked by its role as a Punic trading post. Situated at the mouth of the Tafna wadi, this coastal village is notable for its proximity to the ancient Numidian capital of Syphax, Siga. The site's significance extends into the Zianides era, when it functioned as a port, demonstrating its longstanding importance in regional trade and commerce. The presence of domestic structures like villages and transportation features such as ports highlights Rachgoun's role as a hub of activity and exchange. Archaeological investigations, including those by Serge Lancel, have provided insights into the site's historical epochs, spanning the Middle Iron Age through the Classical Period.
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