Prehistoric KoreaEra 1 of 21
Prehistoric Korea
The Paleolithic through Bronze Age before Gojoseon. It features 40,000+ year human habitation, early pottery, and megalithic culture.
Established Historical Facts
- 40,000+ year human habitation on the peninsula.
- Comb-pattern pottery (Jeulmun) developed around 8000 BCE.
- Widespread dolmens (megalithic tombs) indicating early social hierarchy.
- Early rice farming began during the Mumun pottery period.
Cultural Significance
Marks the dawn of human civilization on the Korean peninsula, setting agricultural and technological foundations.
Modern Relevance
Dolmens in Gochang, Hwasun, and Ganghwa are UNESCO World Heritage sites.