Crystal River Archaeological State Park

The Crystal River archaeological site is made up of a group of shell middens, burial mounds and platform mounds. These features comprise a larger ceremonial complex of plazas and other landscape features. Two large platform mounds on the site are believed to have been used primarily for ceremonial purposes. Thier size, structural uniformity and distinctive flat tops set them apart from the other mounds and middens at the site, denoting their special purpose.

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