The Liddle Burnt Mound is a Bronze Age archaeological site located on the island of South Ronaldsay, Orkney, Scotland. This well-preserved site provides valuable insights into domestic and industrial activities from around 2000–1000 BC. Its unique features and artifacts have made it an important focus for studying Bronze Age life in the region.Discovery and ExcavationThe…
Funerary Structures
Borre Mound Cemetery
The Borre mound cemetery, located in Vestfold County, Norway, is one of the largest Viking Age burial sites in Northern Europe. It played a significant role in the social and political landscape of the region during the late Iron Age and Viking Age.Historical BackgroundArchaeologists date the cemetery’s origin to around the late 6th century AD….
Mound of the Hostages
The Mound of the Hostages (Duma na nGiall) is an ancient passage tomb located on the Hill of Tara in County Meath, Ireland. Dating back to approximately 3,000 BC during the Neolithic period, it serves as a key archaeological site reflecting Ireland’s prehistoric traditions.Historical BackgroundThe Mound of the Hostages is one of the oldest structures…
Bhir Mound
Bhir Mound is an archaeological site in the historic city of Taxila, Pakistan. It is a key location for understanding the early history of the region. Taxila played a vital role in ancient trade, culture, and education. Bhir Mound provides insights into the city’s earliest settlement, dating back to the 6th century BC.Historical BackgroundBhir Mound…
Tomb of Lyson and Kallikles
The Tomb of Lyson and Kallikles is an important archaeological site located in the ancient city of Kaunos, situated in modern-day Turkey. This tomb is notable for its architectural features and historical significance, providing insight into the funerary practices of the region during the 4th century BC.Historical ContextKaunos, an ancient city founded in the 9th…
Tomb of Clytemnestra
The Tomb of Clytemnestra is a notable Mycenaean burial structure located near the ancient city of Mycenae, Greece. This tomb is part of a broader funerary tradition in the Late Bronze Age, specifically around the 13th century BC. It is traditionally associated with Clytemnestra, the wife of Agamemnon and the mother of Orestes and Electra,…