Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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The Nydam Mose, located near Sønderborg, Denmark, is an archaeologically significant site from the Iron Age, primarily used for ritualistic purposes. This bog served as a sacred location for the indigenous peoples, where defeated armies' weapons and boats were offered in sacrificial rituals to their gods, a practice dating from 200 to 400 CE. The most remarkable find is the Nydam Boat, a 23-meter-long oak rowing vessel, dated to 310-320 CE, highlighting advanced shipbuilding techniques of the time. Excavations led by Conrad Engelhardt in the 19th century and later by the National Museum of Denmark uncovered a wealth of artifacts, including weapons and personal items. This site provides invaluable insights into the cultural and religious practices of Northern Europe's Iron Age societies.
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