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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The Cave of Dzhebel, located near the Krasnovodsk Gulf of the Caspian Sea in Turkmenistan, is an archaeological site of significant historical importance. First explored in the mid-20th century, it contains a wealth of artifacts spanning several prehistoric periods, including the Mesolithic, Neolithic, and early Bronze Age. The lithic assemblages found at Dzhebel suggest cultural connections to the Zarzian culture of Northwestern Iran, dating back to 10,000 BCE, and potentially to the earlier Kebarian culture of the Near East. The site's stratigraphy highlights its long-term use as a habitation site, providing valuable insights into the prehistoric human occupation and cultural transitions in the region. The Cave of Dzhebel offers an essential glimpse into the technological and cultural developments of ancient societies in Central Asia.
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