Aizkomendi, Megalithic dolmen in Eguílaz, Álava, Spain.
Aizkomendi is a megalithic dolmen in Eguílaz, Álava, consisting of a stone chamber roughly three meters in height and width. A large capstone covers the structure, which sits within an earthen mound.
The dolmen was discovered in 1832 and later excavated in 1845 and 1872. These digs revealed ancient human remains and objects from multiple periods of use.
Local people told stories about witches using spinning wheels to move the massive stones that form this ancient chamber.
The site is free to visit year-round and has designated parking areas and information panels on display. Walking paths are easy to navigate and directional signs help guide you through the area.
Excavations turned up unusual finds including copper spearheads and buttons from a Napoleonic soldier's uniform. These varied objects show the site served different purposes across several centuries.
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