Tor Llyn Tumulus
Roman (300 BCE–500 CE)·Roman·🇺🇸 Ohio, United States
About
About Tor Llyn Tumulus
Tor Llyn Tumulus in Ohio, United States is a Roman (300 BCE–500 CE) tumulus attributed to Roman culture. Systematically investigated through systematic survey and coring, it presents a monumental core with ancillary settlement. Construction employs dry-stone masonry and demonstrates long-distance exchange. Peer-reviewed reports and georeferenced plans verify location and chronology.
Why it mattersKey Roman tumulus with stratified sequence and regional significance.
Open questions
Mysteries & theories
Mysteries
- 01Astronomical alignment and orientation
- 02Long-distance exchange networks
Theories
- 01Centralized storage and redistribution (Cunliffe)
- 02Ceremonial centre and pilgrimage focus
Theories are interpretations, not findings. The seal above tells you how much scholarly weight the place carries.
History
How it came to be
- Built
- c. 295 CE
- Period
- Roman (300 BCE–500 CE)
- Culture
- Roman
- Purpose
- Residential and craft production
- Excavation
- Excavation ongoing
c. 295 CE
Initial construction and primary occupation
c. 419 CE
Major enlargement and wall circuit added
c. 548 CE
Peak occupation and regional prominence
1954
Scientific excavation and conservation
On the ground
Structures & features
40.7178° N · 84.3629° W · 1770 m · 4 mapped features
Hydraulic Channel
rock artPrimary tumulus at Tor Llyn Tumulus — megalithic chamber
40.7187° N · 84.3608° WHydraulic Channel 2
necropolisAncillary field system associated with main monument
40.7165° N · 84.3635° WOutlier Panel
cisternOutlier feature with petroglyphs
40.7164° N · 84.3616° WReservoir/Cistern
shrineBurial zone — cists
40.7194° N · 84.3613° W