King Skute's mound

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Description

King Skute's mound, dating from the Late Iron Age, 500-1100 AD, is the largest of a total of six mounds. The site consists of raised stones and intriguing so-called hollows. According to tradition, King Skute was the founder of the village of Skuttunge.

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Address
Gävlevägen 127, Lövstalöt, Uppsala, Sweden

Established
500-1100 AD

More Information
Official website

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