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Neolithic Dwellings Museum

Well-preserved Neolithic houses in Bulgaria.

Time Periods

Paleolithic

Paleolithic

Mesolithic

Mesolithic

Neolithic

Neolithic

Chalcolithic

Chalcolithic

Bronze Age

Bronze Age

Iron Age

Iron Age

Classical Period

Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Early Modern Period

Early Modern Period

Industrial Period

Industrial Period

Contemporary Period

Contemporary Period

About

The Neolithic Dwellings Museum in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria, is centered around two of the oldest surviving Neolithic houses, dating back to the 6th millennium BCE. These structures are among the best-preserved examples of Neolithic architecture in Europe, providing invaluable insights into prehistoric life. The site features elements such as kitchens, fireplaces, and hand grain mills, offering a comprehensive view of domestic life during this period. Additionally, the museum hosts an exhibition of 333 significant artifacts from both the Neolithic and Chalcolithic periods, highlighting technological and cultural developments over a span of several millennia. The assemblage includes ceramic vessels and other tools that depict the complexity and richness of prehistoric society in the region.

Gallery

Explore photographs of ancient structures, artifacts, and archaeological excavations at Neolithic Dwellings Museum

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Archaeological Features

Explore the unique architectural and cultural elements found at this historical site

Domestic and Habitation Structures

Houses

Food Production and Processing Features

Hearths

Historical Timeline

Journey through time and discover key events in this site's archaeological history

Plan Your Visit

Details

Country
Bulgaria
Source
Wikipedia