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Archaeological discoveries made during E22 highway expansion in Blekinge

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  • Archaeological finds were made during preparations for E22 highway expansion between Ronneby and Karlskrona.
  • Discoveries include Iron Age longhouses, a Bronze Age cult house, and Stone/Bronze Age settlements.
  • An estimated 60 graves are expected to be excavated, providing new insights into ancient life in the region.

During preparations for the expansion of the E22 highway between Ronneby and Karlskrona in Blekinge, Sweden, significant archaeological finds have been uncovered. According to Blekinge Museum, the discoveries include traces of longhouses from the Iron Age, a cult house from the Bronze Age, and settlements from both the Stone and Bronze Ages. Archaeologist Mikael Henriksson from the museum stated that these findings provide a much better insight into how people lived their lives, with an estimated 60 graves expected to be excavated along the entire stretch.

The area is noted for numerous ancient remains, particularly striking Bronze Age graves.

these findings provide a much better insight into how people lived their lives

Mikael Henriksson, Archaeologist from Blekinge Museum

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