Matkule hillfort, Archaeological monument in Matkule Parish, Latvia.
The hillfort consists of elevated terrain with fortified structures positioned at coordinates 56.990833 latitude and 22.602778 longitude in the Latvian landscape.
The settlement maintained its defensive function from the Bronze Age through the Iron Age, serving as a strategic military and administrative center for local populations.
Archaeological excavations at the site reveal artifacts that document the daily activities and social organization of ancient communities in the Matkule region.
Visitors can access the hillfort through designated walking paths that connect to the main archaeological areas and observation points of the fortification.
The site combines its status as both Matkule hillfort and Buses pilskalns, reflecting the parallel naming conventions in Latvian archaeological documentation.
Location: Matkule Parish
GPS coordinates: 56.99083,22.60278
Latest update: March 6, 2025 21:57
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