Pediment-Spur Archaeological Complex
Andean Formative (1800–200 BCE)·Andean Formative·🇴🇲 Dhofar, Oman
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About Pediment-Spur Archaeological Complex
Pediment-Spur Archaeological Complex in Dhofar, Oman is a Andean Formative (1800–200 BCE) archaeological wonder attributed to Andean Formative culture. Systematically investigated through ground-penetrating radar and stratigraphic excavation, it presents a central mound with ancillary settlement. Construction employs dry-stone masonry and demonstrates distinct phasing. Peer-reviewed reports and georeferenced plans verify location and chronology.
Why it mattersKey Andean Formative archaeological-wonder with stratified sequence and regional significance.
Open questions
Mysteries & theories
Mysteries
- 01Function as ceremonial vs domestic centre
- 02Astronomical alignment and orientation
Theories
- 01Ritual landscape and ancestral veneration
- 02Territorial marker and boundary statement
Theories are interpretations, not findings. The seal above tells you how much scholarly weight the place carries.
History
How it came to be
- Built
- c. 1256 BCE
- Period
- Andean Formative (1800–200 BCE)
- Culture
- Andean Formative
- Purpose
- Ceremonial and settlement
- Excavation
- Excavated
c. 1256 BCE
Initial construction and primary occupation
c. 899 BCE
Architectural refurbishment
c. 214 CE
Reoccupation and adaptation
1852
Rediscovery and systematic excavation
On the ground
Structures & features
18.2180° N · 53.3040° E · 1220 m · 4 mapped features
Outlier Panel
moundAncillary settlement associated with main monument
18.2173° N · 53.3032° EAltar
necropolisBurial zone — rock-cut chambers
18.2200° N · 53.3040° ERock Art Panel
petroglyphAncillary necropolis associated with main monument
18.2198° N · 53.3031° EOutlier Panel 4
altarAncillary necropolis associated with main monument
18.2184° N · 53.3017° E