Astuvansalmi Rock Paintings

Astuvansalmi Rock Paintings
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The Astuvansalmi rock paintings are located in Ristiina, Mikkeli, Southern Savonia, Finland at the shores of lake Yovesi, part of the large lake Saimaa [1]. The paintings sit 7.7 to 11.8 metres above present water level, though the lake was significantly higher when they were created [1]. The site features approximately 70 paintings [1]. The rock formation itself resembles a human head, a feature particularly noticeable during winter months [2].

TypeRock art
Period4500 - 3000 BC
CountryFinland
Coordinates61.4417° N, 27.5415° E

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