Necropolis of Kala
Kala
Ubaid (6500–3800 BCE)·Ubaid·🇨🇦 British Columbia, Canada
About
About Necropolis of Kala
Necropolis of Kala in British Columbia, Canada is a Ubaid (6500–3800 BCE) necropolis attributed to Ubaid culture. Systematically investigated through magnetometry and coring, it presents a central mound with hydraulic works. Construction employs ashlar with clamp and demonstrates long-distance exchange. Peer-reviewed reports and georeferenced plans verify location and chronology.
Why it mattersKey Ubaid necropolis with stratified sequence and regional significance.
Open questions
Mysteries & theories
Mysteries
- 01Long-distance exchange networks
- 02Population scale vs catchment
Theories
- 01Ceremonial centre and pilgrimage focus
- 02Centralized storage and redistribution (Cunliffe)
Theories are interpretations, not findings. The seal above tells you how much scholarly weight the place carries.
History
How it came to be
- Built
- c. 4567 BCE
- Period
- Ubaid (6500–3800 BCE)
- Culture
- Ubaid
- Purpose
- Necropolis and ritual
- Excavation
- Partially excavated
c. 4567 BCE
Initial construction and primary occupation
c. 3767 BCE
Major expansion and monumental elaboration
c. 849 BCE
Rebuilding and fortification phase
1994
Modern archaeological excavation and survey
On the ground
Structures & features
51.9019° N · 121.1729° W · 621 m · 3 mapped features
Outlier Panel
hydraulicPrimary necropolis at Necropolis of Kala — platform mound
51.9041° N · 121.1721° WTemple Platform
galleryHydraulic feature — well
51.9006° N · 121.1700° WNecropolis Extension
altarBurial zone — tumuli
51.8991° N · 121.1703° W