Tomba protostorica Marangoni di Sotto
Museum | Flaibano | Friuli-Venezia Giulia | Italy
The protostoric tomb of Marangoni di Sotto in Flaibano, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, is a significant archaeological monument from the Bronze Age. It is located near the hamlet of Sant'Odorico and was discovered in the 1930s by the Friulian archaeologist Lodovico Quarina. The tumulus, a hill tomb, has a diameter of about 30 meters and a height of 5.5 meters. It is one of the largest of its kind in the region and is characterized by its stepped structure, typical of Friulian hill tombs.
Unfortunately, only minor remnants of the original structure of the tumulus remain, as it has been heavily damaged over time by natural erosion and human interference. The exact nature of the interior is therefore not fully known. However, it is believed that the burial of the dead took place in a central area of the tumulus, surrounded by a stone circle or similar structure.
In the vicinity of the tumulus, remains of two residential structures have been discovered, dating back to the period between the Copper Age and the early Bronze Age. These finds include fragments of pottery vessels and stone tools, providing insight into the daily life of the population at that time.
The protostoric tomb of Marangoni di Sotto is a valuable testament to the prehistoric settlement of Friuli and offers important information about burial practices and the lives of people in the region during the Bronze Age. Although the tumulus is no longer fully intact today, it remains a significant archaeological site that sparks the interest of researchers and visitors alike.
