Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Prehistoric Sites of the Khorramabad Valley

Sites préhistoriques de la vallée de Khorramabad

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Country
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Inscribed
2025
Region
Asia and the Pacific
Area
394 ha
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The prehistoric sites of the Khorramabad Valley include five caves and one rock shelter within a narrow ecological corridor rich in water, flora, and fauna. Human occupation dates back 63,000 years, with evidence from the Middle to Upper Palaeolithic periods. These sites reveal Mousterian and Baradostian cultures, offering insights into early human evolution and migration from Africa to Eurasia. Artifacts such as decorative objects and advanced stone tools highlight the cognitive and technological development of early humans in the Zagros Mountains. The area remains underexplored, holding significant potential for future archaeological discoveries.

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