Ale's Stones, Stone ship monument in Valleberga, Sweden.
The megalithic site consists of 59 massive boulders arranged in an oval shape, measuring 67 meters in length and 19 meters in width.
Archaeological excavations in 1989 revealed a clay pot containing burned human bones, with materials dating between 330 CE and 650 CE.
The monument incorporates astronomical alignments, with its center line corresponding to sunrise positions during summer and winter solstices.
The archaeological site stands 32 meters above sea level and includes wheelchair-accessible paths for visitors to explore the ancient structure.
Each stone in the formation weighs approximately 5 tonnes, creating a permanent marker visible against the coastal landscape of southern Sweden.
Location: Ystad Municipality
Elevation above the sea: 32 m
Length: 67 m
Width: 19 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 55.38270,14.05440
Latest update: August 17, 2025 19:22
This collection encompasses ancient stone monuments and sacred sites from across the globe, ranging from the Easter Island Moai to the Great Wall of China. The structures represent millennia of human engineering and include religious temples, fortifications, burial sites, and astronomical installations. Many of these locations retain cultural significance for local communities today. Examples include prehistoric sites such as Göbekli Tepe in Turkey and Skara Brae in the Orkney Islands, alongside monumental constructions like the Parthenon in Athens, Angkor Wat in Cambodia, and the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. The collection also features lesser known treasures including the Megalithic Temples of Malta, Nan Madol in Micronesia, and Great Zimbabwe. These sites provide insight into ancient cultures, religious practices, and architectural achievements that continue to draw visitors from around the world.
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