Askeberga Stone Circle

Tidan, Sweden

Askeberga stone circle is 55m long and 18m wide. It was probably made in the late Iron Ages. The ship has no stones in both ends, which makes it unusual formed.

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Ranstena 1, Tidan, Sweden
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Founded: 500 - 1000 AD
Category: Cemeteries, mausoleums and burial places in Sweden
Historical period: Migration Period (Sweden)

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