Runestones, Jelling Royal Necropolis, Jutland, Denmark
Jelling Stones; Gorm's Stone (left) a runestone erected c. 950 by king Gorm to his wife Thyra and Harald's Stone (right), erected c. 965 by Harald Bluetooth with carvings of his victories and christianity, at Jelling Royal Necropolis, a Viking royal burial site at Jelling, Vejle, Jutland, Denmark. Behind is the medieval church built over the original Viking church, containing the possible burial site of king Gorm. The site is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Picture by Manuel Cohen
Picture No
14166537
Media ID
48659018
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8268px x 5677px
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Credit
Manuel Cohen / Mary Evans
Source
Photograph by Manuel Cohen
Date
2025
