Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Marlik is an archaeological site located in the Gilan Province of northern Iran, near the valley of Gohar Rud. Renowned as a royal cemetery, the site dates back approximately 3,000 years, placing it in the Late Bronze Age to Early Iron Age. The Marlik site is notable for its 53 tombs, which vary in construction from simple stone-lined pits to complex structures using imported stone, indicating the social significance of certain individuals. These tombs yielded a wealth of artifacts, particularly showcasing exceptional gold craftsmanship, such as the famous Marlik Cup. The site offers crucial insights into the cultural and social dynamics of the ancient peoples thought to have spoken an Iranian language, who migrated from Central Asia. Despite its historical significance, the site has suffered from looting and challenges due to local corruption.
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