choirokoitia
states: [cyprus]
category: cultural
year: 1998
location: District of Larnaca
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 34.7983300000, 33.3433300000
last visited: 2025
unesco id: 848
world heritage site: 848
Choirokoitia, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Cyprus, is a well-preserved Neolithic settlement dating back to 7000 BCE. Featuring circular stone houses, defensive walls, and ancient artifacts, it offers a rare glimpse into one of the Mediterranean’s earliest human communities. This archaeological treasure highlights prehistoric life and early architectural ingenuity.
