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Archaeological Finds from the Bronze Age to the Middle Ages Discovered in Amargeti

Published January 22, 2026, 16:02
Archaeological Finds from the Bronze Age to the Middle Ages Discovered in Amargeti

An Austrian archaeological mission from the University of Graz conducted field research in Amargeti, Paphos Province, uncovering finds spanning from the Bronze Age to the Middle Ages. At the Asomatos site, medieval and archaic pottery were found, while the Loura site in Arkana revealed traces of activity during the Iron Age. Roman pottery was collected at the Petros, Anthropos, and Xeroargaka sites. Significant Bronze Age finds, such as a spout handle and a stone game board, were discovered at the Teratsoudi and Sotira sites, representing the first documented evidence of Bronze Age activity in the area. Along the path to the bridge at the Routounia site, coarse pottery shards and an old path were identified. South of the village, in the Xeropotamos valley, at the Loutra site, Roman shards and clay tiles were found. In the Akheron forest, approximately 70 looted chamber tombs were documented using aerial photography, with additional shards, including one from the Iron Age, collected in the wider area. The research confirms the continuous human presence in the Amargeti area for thousands of years, providing valuable information about the history and culture of Cyprus. The findings are expected to contribute to a better understanding of the life and activities of the people who inhabited the area during various historical periods.