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Cancho Roano Interpretation Center and its collection

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Cancho Roano is an archaeological site situated in the municipality of Zalamea de la Serena, in the province of Badajoz, Spain. This site is known for being the best preserved Tartessian site, dating back to at least the sixth century BCE. The site is located three miles from Zalamea de la Serena in the direction of Quintana de la Serena Quintana, nestled in a small valley along the stream Cagancha.

Excavations and Public Access to Cancho Roano

Excavations at Cancho Roano, led by John Maluquer de Motes, started in 1978 and continued until 2001. The site was declared a National Monument in 1986, further highlighting its historical significance. Today, the site, along with an interpretation center, is open to the public, offering visitors a chance to explore and learn about this ancient Tartessian site.

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ESCentro de Interpretación Cancho Roano
NLCancho Roano
DECancho Roano
FRCancho Roano
ENCancho Roano Archaeological Site Interpretation Centre
ENCancho Roano National Monument
ESCentro de Interpretación de Cancho Roano
ESCentro de Interpretación del Yacimiento Arqueológico

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Cancho Roano Interpretation Center
Carretera EX-114, Km 3

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Opening hours

Winter:
Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.,
Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Daylight Saving Time:
Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Location & Map

Carretera EX-114, Km 3, Zalamea de la Serena

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