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LOCATION

Late medieval cemetery

UO

subject

Archaeological methods and theory, history of archaeology

description

The cemetery is localized in Byczyna (Opole region) near a local evangelical church of St Nicolaus, between Wolności Street, Długa Street and Wolności Square. The cemetery dates back to from early 11th century to 16th century. During excavations conducted in 2009-2014 there were 1087 graves in different state of decay. The bone remains were transferred to the Polish Academy of Science institute as mandated by law.