Dolmen della Chianca, Megalithic monument in Bisceglie, Italy.
Description
Dolmen della Chianca is a stone burial chamber in central Bisceglie with a rectangular layout formed by three vertical slabs supporting a heavy roof stone. The structure sits partly below ground level due to centuries of sediment accumulation.
History
The structure dates to the Bronze Age and was likely built between 1200 and 1000 BCE as a burial chamber for multiple family members. Archaeologists excavated it in the early 20th century and uncovered bones, pottery, and tools that documented its original purpose.
Culture
The name comes from local dialect meaning "stone." This structure served as a place where the community kept its dead and gathered for ceremonies that strengthened their bonds.
Practical
The site sits on a busy street in the town center, easily reached on foot with signs marking the location. Allow time for viewing from the outside, as entry is sometimes restricted for safety reasons.
Did you know?
The left stone slab contains two small openings that researchers believe served ritual purposes during ancient ceremonies. These details reveal how sophisticated the practices of this ancient society were.
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