Prehistoric cultural process of C6-1 cave through archaeological materials

Abstract

This article introduces the stratigraphic structures, cultural vestiges left by the  ancient people, and the absolute dating system of the relics. On that basic, the authors have a few comments on the prehistoric cultural process of cave dwellers and heritage values of C6-1 cave in the context of prehistoric era of Dak Nong in particular and the Central Highlands in general. For the first time, Vietnamese scientists have known a new type of residence, a new adaptation of prehistoric inhabitants in the Central Highlands basaltic soil. The excavation results of the C6-1 cave with thick, intact stratigraphy, C14 dating system, trace of human activies and graves, are a handbook for reference and comparision with prehistoric relics in the Central Highlands. These are also the basic for on-site conservation and promotion of the archaeological cultural heritage for tourism which contributes to socio-economic development in Dak Nong province.