Etowah Mounds

Etowah Mounds is an archaeological site located in northwestern Georgia, known for its impressive earthen mounds constructed by Native American societies between 1000 and 1550 AD. The site includes several large mounds, which served as platforms for temples and elite residences. It was a significant ceremonial and political center in the Mississippian culture, showcasing advanced agricultural practices and complex social structures. Archaeologists have uncovered artifacts that provide insights into the lives, trade, and religious practices of the people who inhabited the region. Today, Etowah Mounds is preserved as a historic site and a testament to early Southern Indigenous cultures.