The Dolmen de Viera is a megalithic burial monument located in Antequera, Spain. It’s part of the Antequera Dolmens Site, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This dolmen, a type of single-chamber megalithic tomb, dates back to the Neolithic and Bronze Age. It consists of a long corridor and a burial chamber, built with large stone slabs. The Dolmen de Viera is a testament to the engineering skills of prehistoric societies and provides insight into their burial practices and cosmological beliefs.
Dolmens
Dolmens are ancient stone structures that were used as burial sites. Typically consisting of large stones arranged to form a chamber, they are some of the earliest examples of human architecture and can be found across Europe and Asia.
Dolmens of Antequera
The Dolmens of Antequera, a collection of megalithic monuments in southern Spain, stand as a testament to prehistoric engineering. These structures, dating back to the Neolithic and Bronze Age, are among the most significant examples of European megalithic culture. The site includes three dolmens: Menga, Viera, and El Romeral. They are notable for their size,…
Dolmen de Soto
The Dolmen de Soto is a prehistoric tomb located in Trigueros, Huelva, in southwestern Spain. It is one of the most significant examples of megalithic architecture in the region. This ancient monument, dating back to the 4th millennium BC, consists of a large stone chamber and a long corridor, both built with large stone slabs. The Dolmen de Soto was discovered in 1923 and has since been a subject of archaeological interest and study, offering insights into the burial practices and beliefs of the people who constructed it.