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Kazakhstan

Petrovka settlement

Fortified settlement in North Kazakhstan

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

About

The Petrovka settlement is a significant archaeological site located at the Ishim River near the village of Petrovka in the Zhambyl District of North Kazakhstan. It is associated with the Sintashta-Petrovka culture, which flourished during the Middle to Late Bronze Age, around the 2nd millennium BCE. This fortified settlement showcases the sophisticated defensive architecture employed by its inhabitants, indicative of the need for protection and strategic defense in the region. The site provides valuable insights into the social and cultural dynamics of Central Asian communities during this period. Its strategic location along a river highlights the importance of water resources for settlement sustainability and defense. The Petrovka settlement adds to the rich tapestry of Bronze Age cultures in Central Asia, offering clues about the technological advancements and lifestyle of its ancient people.

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Defensive Structures

Fortresses

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Details

Country
Kazakhstan
Source
Wikipedia