The Krzemionki Mining Region, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Poland, recognized in 2019, is a prehistoric flint mining complex active from 3900 to 1600 BCE in the Świętokrzyskie region. Featuring over 4,000 underground shafts and chambers, it showcases advanced Neolithic and Bronze Age mining techniques for crafting tools, preserved alongside surface settlements. This archaeological site reflects Poland’s early technological prowess and cultural development, offering a rare glimpse into prehistoric industry and life in Central Europe.

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