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Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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The Sacred Pit of Garlo is a significant archaeological site located near the village of Garlo in Bulgaria's Pernik District. Excavated in 1972, the pit is believed to date back to the 11th century BCE, linking it to the Late Bronze Age and possibly the Early Iron Age. This sophisticated underground structure features a 7-meter corridor with stone steps leading to a domed circular chamber, at the center of which lies a 5-meter deep well. The architectural design bears striking similarities to sacred sites of the Nuragic civilization in Sardinia, suggesting potential cultural exchanges or influences. The site is thought to have been a place for the worship of water deities, reflecting the significance of water in prehistoric spiritual practices. The Sacred Pit of Garlo remains an intriguing example of ancient religious architecture.
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