A 12,900-year-old cave in Türkiye reveals a forgotten world of hunter-gatherers and ancient fires | TheBriefWire
A 12,900-year-old cave in Türkiye reveals a forgotten world of hunter-gatherers and ancient fires
Published 12 August 2026 Ā· general
The Koskarlı Cave in Türkiye has unveiled a remarkable 12,900-year-old layer showcasing the life of hunter-gatherers. This extraordinary find includes evidence of Epipalaeolithic individuals, featuring
The Koskarlı Cave in Türkiye has unveiled a remarkable 12,900-year-old layer showcasing the life of hunter-gatherers. This extraordinary find includes evidence of Epipalaeolithic individuals, featuring items like a hearth, stone tools, and personal ornaments. Importantly, these discoveries hint at cultural links between regions such as Anatolia, the Caucasus, and the Levant, paving the way for deeper insights into prehistoric societies.
Published: August 12, 2026 ⢠2:13 PM IST · Updated: August 12, 2026 ⢠3:03 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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The Koskarlı Cave in Türkiye has unveiled a remarkable 12,900-year-old layer showcasing the life of hunter-gatherers.
This extraordinary find includes evidence of Epipalaeolithic individuals, featuring items like a hearth, stone tools, and personal ornaments.
Importantly, these discoveries hint at cultural links between regions such as Anatolia, the Caucasus, and the Levant, paving the way for deeper insights into prehistoric societies.