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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Border Cave, located in the western Lebombo Mountains of Kwazulu-Natal, is an archaeological rock shelter known for its extensive prehistoric sequence. The site spans from the Middle Stone Age to the Iron Age, making it one of the longest archaeological records in southern Africa. Key findings include human remains, lithic tools, bone implements, and botanical residues such as ancient grass bedding. These artifacts provide insights into prehistoric hunter-gatherer behavior and the Middle to Later Stone Age transition. Border Cave is pivotal in debates surrounding the origins and evolution of modern humans and cultural adaptations in southern Africa. The site’s rich stratigraphy and diverse assemblage contribute significantly to understanding the region's prehistoric past.
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- South Africa
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