Tossal del Mortòrum

Tossal del Mortòrum is an archaeological site on a hill near Cabanes in eastern Spain that holds remains spanning several millennia. The location shows evidence of settlement from the Bronze Age through the early Iron Age, with traces of different peoples who lived in this region.

The site shows settlement traces from around the 10th century BCE, with various cultures such as the Phoenicians leaving their mark there. Excavation findings confirm continuous use of the location through the early medieval period.

The burial mound contains a central chamber bordered by vertical slabs supported by large stone blocks, containing remains of at least five individuals.

The site is accessible via a marked trail that leads visitors through different areas of the location. Information panels along the way explain the archaeological findings and help visitors understand the significance of the remains.

The name Mortòrum comes from Latin and refers to places of death or burial grounds, reflecting the discovery of burial remains there. This suggests the location was used as a burial place across different periods.