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Unravel the Secrets of Tanum’s Rock Carvings: Bronze Age Mysteries Revealed

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Were you aware that Sweden serves as a gateway to an era thousands of years old? This is particularly true in Tanum, which boasts one of the biggest sets of prehistoric rock engravings in all of Northern Europe.

Situated approximately 90 minutes north of Göteborg, this intriguing location was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. It provides an exclusive glimpse into Nordic artwork dating back to the Bronze Age (circa 1500–500 BC). These exceptional etchings were carefully cut into large slabs of granite and illustrate various aspects of daily life including hunting, agriculture, spiritual ceremonies, and mythical characters.
To begin exploring, start your journey at the Vitlycke Museum for a guided tour aimed at deepening your comprehension of these historical artistic wonders. From there, venture out to examine four accessible rock carving areas: Vitlycke, Aspeberget, Litsleby, and Fossum. Each spot reveals distinct depictions; for instance, at Vitlycke, watch as boat illustrations come alive alongside dynamic human forms. Meanwhile, Aspeberget enchants viewers with detailed renderings of cattle and sun symbols. In Litsleby, observe what may be one of Scandinavia’s biggest anthropomorphic sculptures holding a spear—a potential depiction of a deity associated with warfare. Finally, head over to Fossum where elaborate arrangements narrate age-old tales embedded within stone surfaces. Quite captivating indeed!


Vitlycke Museum

Vitlycke 2

457 93 Tanumshede

+46 10 441 43 10

www.vitlyckemuseum.se

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