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Bone discovery in Alcúdia: Who controls the layers of our buried history?

Why construction work in Alcúdia can uncover human remains

Alcúdia’s layered history means digging can reveal human remains, triggering police and archaeological checks.

Published: April 23, 2026
Bone discovery in Alcúdia: Who controls the layers of our buried history?

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Why do human remains sometimes turn up during construction work in Alcúdia?

Alcúdia sits on top of layers of history, including Roman, medieval, and earlier settlements, so deep digging can uncover human remains or other archaeological material. When this happens, construction work is usually paused while police and archaeologists assess the site. The aim is to determine whether the find is isolated or part of a larger burial area.

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