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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Uppåkra, located in Scania, southern Sweden, is an archaeological site known for its extensive Iron Age remains. Established in the last century BCE, the site rose to prominence in the 5th century CE, becoming a significant religious and political center. Excavations have revealed it as one of the richest Scandinavian settlements from the Iron Age to the Viking Age. Notable features include a pre-Christian temple and longhouses, indicating its role as a major cult and habitation site. Despite its decline and partial relocation to Lund in the 10th century CE, Uppåkra remains a crucial link in understanding the region's prehistoric and early historic period, providing insights into Scandinavian religious practices and social structures.
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Domestic and Habitation Structures
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