Pafos Live 3 May 2025
A new archaeological discovery in Akamas changes the data for the early prehistory of Cyprus. As stated in an announcement by the Department of Antiquities, the completion of the excavation of the archaeological site of Drousia-Skloinikia in the northwestern part of the Akamas peninsula by the University of Cyprus brings to light important findings that may overturn the prevailing view that the Akamas peninsula was a culturally marginal area during early prehistoric times.
Upon completion, the University of Akamas research in Akamas in 2024 adds new data to the study of Cypriot prehistory and raises new questions that future research in the region will be called upon to answer.
"In addition, the location of the archaeological site in an area where major development projects are currently being carried out is crucial to inform stakeholders about how the projects can be carried out in a sustainable way and with respect to the natural and cultural heritage of the area," it said.
The excavation was carried out in the fall of 2024 under the direction of Dr. Theodora Moutsiou (University of Cyprus) and Dr. Christian Reepmeyer (German Archaeological Institute), in the framework of a relevant research project co-financed by the Republic of Cyprus and the European Regional Development Fund. At the same time, it was supported by the A.G. Leventis Foundation.
In total, a rich collection of archaeological finds was collected during the excavation that included stone tools, stone vessels, beads, shells, and bones. All objects have been georeferenced and the various categories of materials are studied by experts in order to determine their characteristics.
