A pre-Roman necropolis characterised by rich grave artefacts was discovered in southern Italy during excavations for the construction of an electricity power station, local authorities said on Wednesday. The necropolis was found near Amorosi, some 50 km (31 miles)away from Naples, during preliminary excavations to build an electric station linked to a high-speed train line.

The best-preserved archeological evidence was found in a burial area of around 13,000 square metres (139,930 sq feet) that dates between the final stages of the Iron Age and the 8th-7th century B.C. and includes 88 tombs. Weapons were found in the male tombs, while the female tombs included bronze ornaments such as bracelets and pendants.