Lal-lo and Gattaran Shell Middens
The Lal-lo and Gattaran Shell Middens are one of the most significant archaeological gastronomic finds in Southeast Asia in the 20th century. The site is located along the banks of the Cagayan River in the province of Cagayan, Philippines. The site, as old as 2000 BC, is highly important due to its archaeological impact on the food resources and human activities of the ancient peoples of the Cagayan Valley. It is currently under consideration as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Location of Lal-lo and Gattaran Shell Midden in the Philippines | |
| Location | Cagayan River, Cagayan |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 18°12′05″N 121°39′50″E |
| Type | Shell midden |
| History | |
| Material | Batissa childreni |
| Periods | Neolithic Period |
| Management | National Museum of the Philippines |
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