Archaeologists in Iran have uncovered evidence of a prehistoric settlement dating back around 7,000 years in the historic city of Beladshapur, located in the Dehdasht region. The discovery was announced by Zabihollah Masoudinia, head of the archaeological excavations of the site, as reported by
Tabnak, a partner of TV BRICS.
According to Zabihollah Masoudinia, the findings indicate human habitation from the 5th–6th millennia BC. He noted that no systematic archaeological research had previously been conducted in Dehdasht, making the current excavation the first formal study of the area, carried out following official permits.
Researchers initially identified remains from mediaeval and late Islamic periods in the upper layers. Further excavation revealed much older prehistoric strata, increasing the historical importance of the site.
The team uncovered fragments of pottery and other cultural materials from the Neolithic period, as well as heated stones believed to have been used for warming liquids such as water or milk – evidence of early technological practices.
Masoudinia added that aerial photographs from 1956 show a historic mound near the Dehdasht Caravanserai, much of which was later damaged by urban development. Despite this, the new findings confirm the presence of an ancient settlement beneath the modern city.
The excavation has also helped clarify the site’s layout, showing that many present-day streets and buildings are located on top of the ancient mound, experts stated. In the northern part of Dehdasht, archaeologists also identified remnants of qanat water transfer systems, highlighting early water management techniques.
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