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
About
The Jeita Grotto is a significant archaeological site located in Lebanon, encompassing a system of interconnected karstic limestone caves. The site has revealed evidence of human habitation and activity across multiple prehistoric periods. Notable archaeological findings include Upper Paleolithic tools, Neolithic polished artifacts, Chalcolithic pottery, and Early Bronze Age ceramics. The site offers a unique insight into the region's prehistoric cultures and their evolution over millennia. The natural formations within the caves, such as the world's largest known stalactite, highlight the site's geological significance as well. Jeita Grotto serves as a crucial link to understanding the ancient human presence in the area and the development of early technological and cultural practices.
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- Lebanon
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