Ale's Stones, Megalithic monument in Sweden
Ale's Stones is a megalithic monument in Scania, southern Sweden.
The stones were arranged in the shape of a ship during the Nordic Iron Age.
It's believed to be a burial site, reflecting the maritime culture of its creators.
The site is open to the public and offers stunning views of the Baltic Sea.
With 59 boulders forming a 67 meter long outline, it's the largest known ship setting.
Location: Ystad Municipality
Elevation above the sea: 32 m
Length: 67 m
Width: 19 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Material: stone
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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