Located 1700 meters northeast of Simancas, the tomb of Los Zumacales stands as a testament to centuries past. Dating back to the Neolithic around 5500, this monumental structure offers a glimpse into the funerary practices of the time.
The central chamber of the crómlech has a circular plan and features a zócalo pétreo of limestone blocks, with 11 of them still remaining in situ.
Inside, archaeological excavations have revealed the presence of about 25 individuals, including both young and old. Various funerary objects, such as geometric flint mounts, polished axes, numerous calaíta necklace beads, two polished bone pendants, two San Martín-El Miradero type idols-spatulas on ovicaprid bone shafts, and handmade pottery were also discovered.
Positioned at 740 meters of altitude, 60 meters above the immediate valley, the site rewards visitors with a panoramic view of the confluence of the rivers Duero and Pisuerga. The tomb was included in a red list due to its deterioration in 2016, and was declared a cultural heritage site in 2021.
Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons
Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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