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Origin and history

Lanrivoare's tumulus is a monument dated to the Bronze Age, a period marked by the development of collective funeral structures. Located in the municipality of Lanrivoare, in the Finistère (Bretagne region), it illustrates the architectural and ritual traditions of this period, where the populations erected monumental burials to honor their deceased.

This tumulus has been recognized as a Historical Monument and has been subject to official protection since its registration by order of 15 July 1964. Although the available sources do not specify the details of its discovery or archaeological exploration, its ranking reflects its heritage importance. The approximate location, noted as "passible" (level 5/10), suggests that its exact location may require additional verification.

At the Bronze Age, the tumulus often served as collective burials, sheltering remains accompanied by funeral objects. In a region like Brittany, these monuments were integrated into the landscape and played a symbolic role in the social and spiritual organization of the communities. Their construction reflected a growing mastery of stone-cutting techniques and a desire to perpetuate the memory of the ancestors.

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