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Origin and history

The Pierre Levée de Nougayrac, located in Fontanes-du-Causse in the Lot, is a dolmen dated from the Neolithic. This megalithic monument, typical of the funeral buildings of that time, bears witness to the cultural and religious practices of local prehistoric societies. It was classified as a Historic Monument by ministerial decree in 1989, which underscores its heritage and archaeological importance.

Neolithic, a period of transition to agriculture and sedentarization, saw the emergence of collective monuments such as dolmens, often associated with funeral rites. In Quercy, these stone structures marked the landscape and served as places of memory for communities. Their construction reflected a complex social organization and advanced technical know-how for the time.

Based on available data, the exact location of the dolmen is approximate, with an accuracy assessed as fair (level 5/10). The site is referenced in the Mérimée database under the code INSEE 46138, attached to the municipality of Fontanes-du-Causse. No additional information is provided on its accessibility or related services, such as guided tours or nearby accommodation.

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