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Nuraghe Palmavera

Nuragic nuraghe complex in Sardinia, Bronze–Iron Age

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The nuraghe Palmavera is an archaeological site located in the territory of Alghero, Sardinia. It is classified as a complex nuraghe, that consists of several towers joined together. The nuraghe and the surrounding village were built in various phase during the Bronze Age and the Iron Age.

Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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Third phase restoration and outer wall

9th-8th century BC

Main tower construction

15th-14th century BC

Destruction by fire

end of the 8th century BC

Second phase additions

9th century BC (first half)

Classification

Archaeological Features

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Storage Structures

Silos
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Defensive Structures

TowersDefensive Walls
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Water Management Features

Cisterns
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Public and Civic Structures

Council Chambers
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Religious and Ritual Structures

Altars
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Artistic and Decorative Features

Statues
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Domestic and Habitation Structures

VillagesHousesCourtyards
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Italy

Coordinates

40.59° N, 8.24° E