Oppidum Třísov, Celtic oppidum near Třísov, Czech Republic.
Oppidum Třísov is a Celtic fortified settlement on elevated terrain that covers 26 hectares and is surrounded by double ramparts. The site features two large entrance gates and an octagonal shrine that emphasize the religious importance of the location.
The settlement was established after 150 BC and grew into a strategic center controlled by Celtic tribes. It declined in importance during the 1st century BC as political and economic power shifted in the region.
The settlement served as a meeting point for Celtic communities and Roman traders, a role visible in the artifacts that remain. The inhabitants left traces of their daily lives in pottery and tools that reveal how active and sustained these connections were.
The site is accessible via a walking path with information boards that explain the settlement, its fortifications, and the lives of its inhabitants. The ascent is moderate, but visitors should expect uneven terrain and varying light conditions in the forested area.
The fortifications were built using a rare construction technique where large flat stones were positioned vertically in continuous rows. This building method is found only at this location and demonstrates the engineering skill of the builders.
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