Verla Rock Painting, Stone age rock art site in Kouvola, Finland.
The rock paintings at Verla stretch across six meters of cliff face, displaying eight elk figures, three human shapes, and geometric patterns in red ochre.
Created approximately 7000 years ago during the Pit-Comb Ceramic period, these paintings were made in multiple layers, with newer artworks added over existing ones.
The paintings reveal the practices of early Finnish communities, showing their connection to nature through depictions of wildlife and human activities.
Visitors can observe the paintings from a designated viewing platform located near the museum parking area across the stream.
A natural silicon dioxide coating has formed over the paintings through the centuries, providing protection and contributing to their preservation.
Location: Kouvola
Part of: Verla
GPS coordinates: 61.06356,26.63651
Latest update: March 4, 2025 19:22
Verla
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Verla bruk surroundings
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