Börsås kulle

Uddevalla V, Sweden

Ancient hill fort with house ruins beneath and on top of the hill.

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Founded: 5th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in Sweden
Historical period: Migration Period (Sweden)

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freddy lövdahl (3 years ago)
Börsås hill is an old ancient castle. Also a number of burial mounds nearby.
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