A shelter with more than 5,000-year-old tools and animal remains has been discovered in Armenia

Researchers have discovered a shelter intended for people in Armenia, in which there were many finds. The ancient dwelling was discovered in the Vayots Dzor region during the archaeological excavations of the rock shelter in Yeghegis Valley.

According to research published in Antiquity magazine, the shelter discovered in 2020 had a collapsed roof and a wall-like structure, News.am reports.

In 2022, a 6-foot-deep trench was dug near the entrance to the shelter, revealing several archaeological layers containing traces of human activity.

The remains of about 8,000 animal bones were found at the site, most of them from goats and sheep, and others from pigs, deer, cattle and bears.

The remains found have been radiocarbon dated, with the oldest dating back more than 5,300 years. About 2,000 other finds were also found, including pieces of copper, obsidian blades, beads and pottery.

According to the researchers, "Preliminary results from the study of the Eghegis shelter highlight the potential of the site to provide important insights into the lifestyle of people of that era."

Additional excavations are planned for further study of the site to shed light on ancient human activities in the region.