Kuivaketvele hillfort, Archaeological site in Taipalsaari, Finland.
The Kuivaketvele hillfort stands on a steep rocky elevation, featuring stone foundations and remnants of wooden fortifications along its southeastern side.
The hillfort was constructed during the Iron Age between 800 and 1300 AD, serving as a defense structure for local communities against external threats.
Archaeological findings at Kuivaketvele include burial grounds in Vammonniemi and Mammonniemi, where ancient inhabitants placed ashes and offerings in rock hollows.
Visitors can reach the site by taking Taipalsaarentie road from Lappeenranta center for 6.5 kilometers, then turning right onto Linnavuorentie road.
The hillfort encompasses a rock formation spanning nearly one hectare, with constructed steps allowing access through its steepest sections.
Location: Taipalsaari
GPS coordinates: 61.10987,28.11446
Latest update: March 8, 2025 14:59
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