Dissignac tumulus, Neolithic burial site in Saint-Nazaire, France.
The Dissignac tumulus contains two burial chambers connected by narrow corridors, with walls constructed from granite and amphibolite-pyroxenite blocks.
Built around 4300 BCE during the Neolithic period, this burial monument predates the oldest Egyptian pyramid by approximately 2000 years.
The stone slabs inside the chambers display engravings of ancient symbols, including representations of axes, a crosier, and a sperm whale.
Visitors can access the site during July and August, except Saturdays and Mondays, with guided tours in French priced at 7 euros.
The structure features three concentric enclosures built with local gneiss blocks, reaching a current diameter of 21 meters.
Location: Saint-Nazaire
Address: route de Dissignac 44600
GPS coordinates: 47.27101,-2.27938
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
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