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The archaeological site of the Dolmen de Seveyrac, also known as the dolmen de Pérignagol II, is a megalithic monument located in the town of Salles-la-Source in Aveyron. This dolmen, dated Neolithic, is part of a set of two dolmens listed as historical monuments. Dolmen No. 2, specifically, was registered by decree on 13 August 1997, with an amendment made on 17 October 1997. These inscriptions highlight its heritage and archaeological importance in the region.

The dolmens of Perignagol are located in the department of Aveyron, Occitanie, and are associated with precise geographical coordinates. Seveyrac's dolmen, in particular, is mentioned as a distinct point of interest, although close to the first dolmen. These structures, typical of Neolithic, bear witness to the funeral and cultural practices of prehistoric societies in the region. Their preservation allows us to study the ways of life and beliefs of the people of this time.

The general context of Neolithic in Occitanie is marked by a transition to agriculture, sedentarization and the construction of collective monuments such as dolmens. These buildings often served as burials and reflected a more complex social organization. In Aveyron, these archaeological remains are important markers of this period, offering clues on the cultural exchanges and construction techniques of the period.

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