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
About
The Leluh archaeological site, located on Lelu Island, Micronesia, represents a significant prehistoric and historic city built from coral and basalt. The city is notable for its complex social structure, reflected in its architecture, which includes royal tombs, sacred spaces, and housing that varied according to social class. This civilization peaked between the 14th and 15th centuries CE, and its influence extended throughout Kosrae island, governed by a monarchy akin to those in Tonga and Hawaii. By the early 19th century, European contact marked a period of change, leading to a dramatic population decline by 1870. Despite the recycling of materials over the 20th century, Leluh remains a crucial site for understanding regional dynamics and social hierarchies in ancient Micronesia.
Gallery
Explore photographs of ancient structures, artifacts, and archaeological excavations at Leluh archaeological site
Archaeological Features
Explore the unique architectural and cultural elements found at this historical site
Burial and Funerary Structures
Religious and Ritual Structures
Domestic and Habitation Structures
Historical Timeline
Journey through time and discover key events in this site's archaeological history
Plan Your Visit
Details
- Country
- the Federated States of Micronesia
- Source
- Wikipedia