Akamas excavations reveal prehistoric coastal life

Archaeologists at Drouseia-Skloinikia on the Akamas peninsula have unearthed a treasure trove of stone tools, beads, shells and bones, some dating back 8,000 years, offering a rare glimpse into the island’s prehistoric past.

The 2025 excavation was led by Dr Theodora Moutsiou of the University of Cyprus, in collaboration with Dr Christian Reepmeyer of the German Archaeological Institute, with participation from students from Cyprus, Athens, Cologne and Rome.

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