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Deeper Cistern, a Thousand Shards: What the New Finds at Alaró Castle Mean

Why a Deeper Cistern Can Change the Story

A cistern’s depth can hint at age, but archaeologists need more evidence before dating it.

Published: April 22, 2026
Deeper Cistern, a Thousand Shards: What the New Finds at Alaró Castle Mean

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Why does the depth of a cistern at a historic site in Mallorca matter?

A deeper cistern can suggest an older phase of use, but it can also result from later changes, natural build-up or deliberate deepening. At Mallorca sites like Alaró Castle, archaeologists need several methods to understand whether depth reflects age or later construction work. The cistern’s depth is important, but it is only one part of the evidence.

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