High-status Bronze Age tombs excavated in Hala Sultan Tekke

High-status Bronze Age tombs excavated in Hala Sultan Tekke

Excavations in Hala Sultan Tekke have revealed two ancient chamber tombs containing high-status grave goods. Hala Sultan Tekke, also known as Dromolaxia-Vyzakia, is a Late Bronze Age settlement locate on the south coast of Cyprus. Founded around 1650/1630 BC during the transition from the Middle to the Late Bronze Age, Hala Sultan Tekke emerged as a major commercial centre covering an area of around 25 hectares (61.7 acres). “The city’s wealth w…