Samrong Sen
Cambodia

Samrong Sen

Prehistoric shell midden with Bronze Age artifacts.

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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.

Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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Temporal Epochs

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Neolithic Occupation

2000 BCE

Bronze Age Community

1500 BCE, 500 BCE

Iron Age Transition

200 BCE

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Burial and Funerary Structures

Graves
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Domestic and Habitation Structures

Villages
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Environmental and Natural Features

Shell Middens
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Country

Cambodia

Coordinates

12.22° N, 104.78° E