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Cambodia

Samrong Sen

Prehistoric shell midden with Bronze Age artifacts.

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

Location

About

Samrong Sen is a significant prehistoric archaeological site situated on the east bank of the Stueng Chinit River in Cambodia's Kampong Chhnang Province. This site is known for its substantial shell midden, which serves as a testament to the region's prehistoric human activity. Archaeological investigations reveal that Samrong Sen was a thriving community from the Neolithic period through the Bronze Age, characterized by the presence of various tools and artifacts. The site's importance is highlighted by its role in establishing connections with other Southeast Asian Bronze Age cultures, particularly through the discovery of burial practices and tool manufacturing techniques. Despite challenges in precise dating due to early excavation methods, Samrong Sen provides valuable insights into the prehistoric human settlement and technological advancements in this region.

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Archaeological Features

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Burial and Funerary Structures

Graves

Domestic and Habitation Structures

Villages

Environmental and Natural Features

Shell Middens

Historical Timeline

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Details

Country
Cambodia
Source
Wikipedia