Naveta de Tudons

Naveta de Tudons, Spain

From series “The Oldest Surviving Monuments on Earth”

Year: 2 thousand years BC.. Lenght: 13.6 meters. Width: 6.4 meters.

In Spain, on Menorca Island is the ancient tomb Naveta de Tudons, whose age, according to the assumptions of the scientist, forms about 3 200 years. It is built of the large stone blocks and reminds of the kielobene boat. The unique crypt was discovered by archaeologists very recently, in 1975. In the research of their interiors, the ancient ceramic buttons and bronze bracelets were found. Currently, the crypt is completely restored and opened to visitors.

Naveta de Tudons, Spain
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Naveta de Tudons, Spain The corpses found in the crypt were encircled nearby, and the crypt itself became a prominent tourist object. Naveta de Tudons is the most famous archaeological site of the Balearic Islands, and if its age is properly assessed, the oldest building in Europe.

Like many other old buildings, the crypt was built without the use of the dry brickwork method. Its length is 13.6 meters, and the width - 6.4 meters. Although the visit of the crypt in the high season is subject to fees, there are always very many tourists next to the most ancient building. The travelers who visit Menorca in the period from the beginning of October to Easter can wander through the archaeological district free of charge. Next - Megalithic Temples of Malta

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Useful staff nearby

ATM bankomat: 'Cajero Automatico Banco Español de Credito' located in 2.85 km ( check the route on the map).
Car rental office: 'Menorca Rentacars' is located in 2.25 km ( on the map).
Fuel station: 'Estación de Servicio Cepsa Ferrerías' in 11 km
Parking: 'Blancarena SL' in 22 km
Apotheek: 'Farmacia López Font' in 3.9 km
Police station: 'Policía Local Ciutadella' in 3.01 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Restaurante S' Aturada' in 3.22 km

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