Espacio de Protección Paleontológica Los Estaños

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Come and discover more about the history of Guardamar del Segura and ancient civilizations at this unique archaeological site.

Espacio de Protección Paleontológica Los Estaños, Los Estaños Protected Paleontological Site, in Guardamar del Segura is an archaeological site that you’re going to love exploring. Guardamar del Segura is a destination where you can not only dig into delicious cuisine, but also discover historical remains.

Los Estaños Protected Paleontological Site includes a walled area dating all the back to between the 9th and 7th centuries BC. It was built by the Phoenicians close to the River Segura, which was undoubtedly a strategic location. The wall encircling the site is typical of its time as is the layout of the interior, which is divided into different rooms known as casemates. The remains discovered at the site have revealed that the Phoenicians built different spaces to be used in the metal industry.

Beyond visiting Los Estaños Protected Paleontological Site, we’d also recommend exploring other archaeological sites like Rábita Califal de las Dunas in Guardamar del Segura. Come and discover everything there is to see in this part of the province of Alicante.