Tholos de El Romeral, Bronze Age archaeological site in Antequera, Spain
The Tholos de El Romeral is a prehistoric burial structure featuring a long corridor built with drystone walls and two round chambers constructed from limestone slabs. The entire complex is covered by an artificial mound approximately 45 meters in diameter.
This burial site was built during the Bronze Age roughly 4200 years ago as a communal tomb for multiple individuals. Excavations in the 1990s revealed the remains of about 27 people, along with pottery and jewelry.
This site is part of a larger burial complex that received UNESCO World Heritage recognition in 2016. The designation reflects its importance for understanding Bronze Age societies in southern Spain.
Access to the site is limited - visitors can view the main corridor and first chamber, while the second chamber is closed for preservation. Wearing sturdy footwear is advisable since the passages are tight and the ceilings are low.
Unlike other dolmens in the region, this structure was built entirely beneath an artificial mound rather than using natural slopes. This feature makes it a notable exception in the local prehistoric architecture.
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