코키노
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Bronze Age archaeological site and megalithic observatory dating back approximately 3,800 years. It features stone markers carved into volcanic rock used to track solar and lunar cycles for scientific and ritualistic purposes. 자세히 보기…
입장
MKD:50.00-100.00
Parking area available with a trail leading to the observatory
여행에 코키노 추가하기
스마트 경로 안내, 소요 시간 예측 등 완벽한 여행에 필요한 모든 것을 포함한 상세한 여행 일정을 만드세요.
Dating to the early Bronze Age (circa 1800 BCE), this megalithic observatory is situated 1,013 meters above sea level on the volcanic peak of Tatichev Kamen. Discovered in 2001, the site is recognized by NASA as one of the world's oldest astronomical observatories and holds status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The site consists of a complex of stone markers carved into andesite rocks. These formations were used to track the movements of the Sun and Moon, including the solstices, equinoxes, and the 19-year Metonic lunar cycle. These observations served both scientific and ritualistic functions for the ancient community, aiding in agricultural planning and ceremonial activities.
As a significant prehistoric sacred site, the observatory demonstrates advanced astronomical knowledge from the 19th century BC. The natural stone markers provided a precise method for monitoring celestial patterns from its elevated position on the mountain mountain.
투어 및 활동
여행에 코키노 추가하기
스마트 경로 안내, 소요 시간 예측 등 완벽한 여행에 필요한 모든 것을 포함한 상세한 여행 일정을 만드세요.
