Lake of the Idols, Archaeological lake in Foreste Casentinesi National Park, Italy.
The Lake of the Idols rests at 1380 meters above sea level near Monte Falterona, connecting the Tuscan Apennines to Emilia-Romagna region.
In the 6th century BC, Etruscans considered this site sacred and deposited bronze offerings, including 600 statuettes and 2000 arrowheads in its waters.
The extensive collection of artifacts from the lake includes male figures in prayer positions and detailed reproductions of arms holding gifts for deities.
Visitors can access the archaeological site through marked trails within the national park, with information centers providing resources about local history.
The artifacts discovered in this lake are now displayed in multiple international museums, including the British Museum and the Louvre.
Location: San Godenzo
Part of: Foreste Casentinesi, Monte Falterona, Campigna National Park
GPS coordinates: 43.86411,11.69167
Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:30
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