Hidden Secrets Unearthed: Ancient Austrian Earthwork Circles Challenge Stonehenge’s Legacy by 2,000 Years
Excavations at the site are planned to continue until the end of September 2025. So far, archaeologists have also documented pits and post holes as well as ceramic finds characteristic of Neolithic settlements. Ultimately, the site will be developed for archaeological and cultural tourism, so that people from around the world can appreciate the fascinating ancient history of this area.
“I am extremely pleased that an archaeological visitor center is being built in Rechnitz,” said Hans Peter Doskozil, Burgenland’s Governor and Cultural Affairs Officer, “which will not only provide key historical insights into our state, but also serve as a recreational area for the local population and boost cultural tourism.”
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