Rock Carvings in Tanum
- States
- Sweden
- Category
- Cultural
- Year
- 1994
- Location
- Bohuslan
- Region
- Europe & North America
- Coordinates
- 58.70111, 11.34111
- Last Visited
- Not visited yet
- UNESCO ID
- 557
- WH Site
- 557
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The Rock Carvings in Tanum, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Sweden, are an exceptional collection of Bronze Age petroglyphs dating back to 1800–500 BCE. These ancient artworks, etched into smooth rock surfaces, depict a vivid array of human figures, animals, boats, and weapons, offering a glimpse into the daily life, beliefs, and rituals of prehistoric communities. Recognized for their outstanding universal value, the carvings provide a remarkable archaeological record of northern Europe's early societies.
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