states: [sweden]
category: cultural
year: 1994
location: Bohuslan
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 58.7011100000, 11.3411100000
The Rock Carvings in Tanum, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Sweden, are an exceptional collection of Bronze Age petroglyphs dating back to 1800–500 BCE. These ancient artworks, etched into smooth rock surfaces, depict a vivid array of human figures, animals, boats, and weapons, offering a glimpse into the daily life, beliefs, and rituals of prehistoric communities. Recognized for their outstanding universal value, the carvings provide a remarkable archaeological record of northern Europe's early societies.
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