Buzeyir cave

Buzeyir Cave, located in Lerik Rayon, Azerbaijan, is an archaeological site of significant importance dating back to the Middle Paleolithic period. Discovered in 1985, the cave has provided valuable insights into the life of ancient humans, particularly the Neanderthals, who inhabited the area around 60,000 years ago. The cave, positioned on the left bank of the Zuvandchay River at an altitude of 1,640 meters, served as a shelter and habitation site. Archaeological excavations revealed stone tools, animal bones, and multiple stratified layers indicating different periods of occupation. These findings highlight the cave's role in understanding the Mousterian culture and the subsistence strategies of its inhabitants. Buzeyir Cave adds to the region's archaeological significance, offering a glimpse into the prehistoric past and the adaptations of early humans in the Talysh Mountains.