Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
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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
About
Azykh Cave, located in Azerbaijan's Khojavend District, is a significant prehistoric site containing evidence of human habitation spanning several millennia. This six-cave complex, known for its rich archaeological layers, has yielded Neanderthal fossils dating back approximately 300,000 years, making it one of the oldest proto-human sites in Central Asia. The site's archaeological significance is further highlighted by the discovery of remains from a pre-Acheulean culture, suggesting a long history of human activity resembling the Olduwan culture. Excavations have also found Pleistocene-era fauna, indicating a diverse ecosystem and interactions between early humans and their environment. The cave's sediment layers have provided critical insights into human evolution and migration patterns in Eurasia. Azykh Cave remains a key location for understanding prehistoric human history and development.
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- Azerbaijan
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