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Culture of Verracos. Megalithic monument. Pre-romanic celtic
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Culture of Verracos. Megalithic monument. Pre-romanic celtic
Culture of Verracos (3rd-4th centuries). Detail of Verraco. Granite megalithic monument. Represented pigs or bulls. Est Iberian meseta. Pre-romanic celtic peoples. Ciudad Rodrigo. Province of Salamanca. Spain
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Antique Bull Castile Leon Celtiberian Celtic Ciudad Granite Iberian Iron Megalithic Peninsula Peoples Pre Roman Rodrigo Salamanca Meseta
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1. Title: "Verraco: A Pre-Roman Celtic Megalithic Monument from the Iberian Meseta, Spain" This image showcases a detailed view of a Verraco, a megalithic monument representative of the Pre-Roman Celtic Culture of Verracos that thrived in the Iberian Meseta region of Spain during the 3rd and 4th centuries BC. The monument, depicted in this photograph, is located in Ciudad Rodrigo, a historic city in the Province of Salamanca. The Verraco, a granite sculpture, is believed to represent either pigs or bulls, animals of significant cultural and spiritual importance to the Celtiberian and Celtic peoples of the region. The Verraco stands as a testament to the rich artistic heritage of the Pre-Roman Iron Age in Europe, a time marked by the coexistence and fusion of various cultures. The Verraco is an excellent example of the megalithic art that can be found throughout the Iberian Peninsula. Its intricate design and the skillful craftsmanship required to create such a monument reveal the advanced level of artistic and technological capabilities of the Pre-Roman Celtic peoples. The Verraco's location in the Est Iberian Meseta, a vast plateau in central Spain, further highlights the widespread influence of these ancient cultures. The monument's enduring presence serves as a reminder of the rich history and diverse artistic traditions that have shaped Europe's past. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to explore the mysteries and wonders of the Pre-Roman Celtic world and the enigmatic Verraco, a symbol of the artistic and cultural achievements of the Vettones and other Celtic tribes that once inhabited the lands of Castile and León.
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