Excavations have uncovered rare evidence of ritual head-hunting, including skulls with iron nails driven through them.
The settlement was protected by a massive fortification wall featuring multiple circular towers.
Archaeologists found a collection of bronze liturgical objects, including a unique double-headed figurine.
The site provides evidence of a sophisticated trade network connecting the Indigetes with Greek colonies like Empúries.
Several dwellings have been partially reconstructed using original techniques to demonstrate ancient domestic life.
The site includes a necropolis located on the hill slopes outside the main city walls.
Analysis of onsite granaries suggests the settlement functioned as a regional hub for cereal storage and agricultural control.
The Museu d'Arqueologia de Catalunya at Ullastret occupies the Puig de Sant Andreu, the site of the largest known Iberian settlement in Catalonia. This 6th-century BC fortified city was a major urban center for the Indigetes tribe before its abandonment in the 2nd century BC. The site features extensive archaeological excavations revealing defensive walls, residential districts, and religious structures. A modern exhibition building displays artifacts recovered from the excavations, including pottery, weaponry, and jewelry. The site offers an immersive look at pre-Roman Mediterranean history through reconstructed dwellings and outdoor interpretive paths. It serves as both an active archaeological research site and a museum managed by the Catalan government.
The perimeter of the main defensive wall at the peak, providing a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes as the terrain is uneven and gravelly.
Bring sunscreen and a hat, as there is very little shade while walking between the excavation zones.
Visit the digital reconstruction displays to better visualize how the structures looked before erosion.
Attempting to visit without researching the site's layout, as the archaeological park is spread across a large, hilly landscape.
Closed on Mondays except for public holidays.
Stay on marked paths; do not climb on the ancient stone walls or enter restricted excavation trenches.
