UNESCO WHCCulturalInscribed 1994
Rock Carvings in Tanum
Overview
The rock carvings in Tanum, in the north of Bohuslän, are a unique artistic achievement not only for their rich and varied motifs (depictions of humans and animals, weapons, boats and other subjects) but also for their cultural and chronological unity. They reveal the life and beliefs of people in Europe during the Bronze Age and are remarkable for their large numbers and outstanding quality.
About Rock Carvings in Tanum
The Rock Carvings in Tanum are a collection of petroglyphs near Tanumshede, Bohuslän, Sweden, which were declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994 because of their high concentration.
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Details
- Countries
- Sweden
- ISO Codes
- SE
- Area
- 4,132 ha
- Coordinates
- 58.7011, 11.3411
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