Ancient Spain
Ancient Spain
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Los Milhares. Location – Inland from Almeria. Extensive remains of a megalithic settlement were discovered, which include a cemetery, dwellings, metal implements and a major chambered mound surrounded by a stone-circle. The settlement flourished between 5,100 B.P. and 4,500 B.P. (12).
Talati de Dalt. Location – Menorca, 3Km from Mahon. The site consists of five ‘talayot’ towers, circular houses, stone circles and underground chambers. Away from the main tower stands a ‘taula’ and a boat shaped setting of stones. The site was built around 1000 BC.
Trepuco. Location – Menorca, on the outskirts of Mahon.The site consists of a megalithic monument which contains a tower ‘talayot’ and within a circle of stones, a table ‘taula’ which rises 4m, with a capstone higher still. It was built by the ‘tower people’ after 1500 BC. Ashes of uncertain age and bronze bulls have been found. (12). (Other Stone circles) (View Sites From Another Country) (Return to Main Menu) |
