Dolmen di Sa Coveccada, Megalithic burial site in Mores, Italy
Dolmen di Sa Coveccada is a prehistoric stone burial monument located in Mores on the island of Sardinia. The structure consists of three large upright stones supporting a massive capstone that forms a rectangular chamber.
The monument dates to the late Neolithic period between 3500 and 2900 BCE and was built by the Ozieri culture. It served as a shared burial place for several members of early Sardinian communities.
The small niches inside show how prehistoric people honored their dead by leaving offerings with them. This kind of burial practice was how ancient communities remembered those who had passed.
The site is located in a rural area and is best reached by car, as the walking path from the nearest road is about 200 meters. The paths are easy to follow, but sturdy shoes are recommended due to the uneven ground.
The entrance is surprisingly small at only 50 by 50 centimeters, suggesting that ritual practices controlled access to the burial space. This tiny opening forced visitors to crouch down and likely held symbolic meaning for those approaching the sacred tomb.
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