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Funerary Structures

Altar Wedge Tomb

Altar Wedge Tomb

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The Altar Wedge Tomb is a prehistoric burial monument located on the Mizen Peninsula in County Cork, Ireland. It dates to approximately 2500 BC, during the late Neolithic or early Bronze Age. This tomb represents a unique type of wedge tomb, a form of megalithic monument common in Ireland.Architectural FeaturesThe tomb has a trapezoidal shape,…

Gleninsheen (Wedge Tomb)

Gleninsheen (Wedge Tomb)

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The Gleninsheen Wedge Tomb is a significant prehistoric monument located in the Burren region of County Clare, Ireland. Dating back to approximately 2500–2000 BC, it provides key insights into burial practices and society during the Late Neolithic to Early Bronze Age.Location and SettingThe tomb is situated on the limestone-rich landscape of the Burren. This area…

Gaulstown Portal Tomb

Gaulstown Portal Tomb

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The Gaulstown Portal Tomb, located in County Waterford, Ireland, is a significant example of Neolithic megalithic architecture. Dating back to approximately 3000 BC, this tomb reflects the burial and ceremonial practices of Ireland’s early farming communities.Location and StructureThe tomb is situated in Gaulstown, near Tramore, in the southeast of Ireland. Its prominent location offers a…

Harpy Tomb

Harpy Tomb

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The Harpy Tomb is an ancient monument located in Xanthos, Lycia, a region in modern-day Turkey. Dating back to the 5th century BC, it is considered one of the most significant tombs of the Lycian civilization. The tomb is famous for its distinctive architectural features and the detailed sculptures that adorn it.Discovery and ExcavationThe Harpy…

François Tomb

François Tomb

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The François Tomb, located in the ancient city of Paestum in Italy, is one of the most important archaeological sites from the Greek and Roman periods. The tomb is dated to approximately the 4th century BC and is known for its distinct and elaborate art.Discovery and SignificanceThe tomb was discovered in 1962, and it is…

Tomb of Two Brothers

Tomb of Two Brothers

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The Tomb of Two Brothers is an ancient Egyptian burial site located in the Valley of the Kings, on the west bank of the Nile River near Luxor. It dates back to the 18th Dynasty (around 1400 BC) and is one of the significant tombs from this period.The tomb belonged to two brothers, Amenemhat and…

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