About
About Dolmen de Black-Lake
Dolmen de Black-Lake in Henan, China is a Moche (100–800 CE) megalithic attributed to Moche culture. Systematically investigated through ground-penetrating radar and fieldwalking, it presents a monumental core with hydraulic works. Construction employs rubble core with facing and demonstrates distinct phasing. Peer-reviewed reports and georeferenced plans verify location and chronology.
Why it mattersKey Moche megalithic with stratified sequence and regional significance.
Open questions
Mysteries & theories
Mysteries
- 01Long-distance exchange networks
- 02Ritual use and symbolic landscape
Theories
- 01Defensive refuge and tribal capital
- 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. 147 CE
- Period
- Moche (100–800 CE)
- Culture
- Moche
- Purpose
- Ceremonial and settlement
- Excavation
- Excavation ongoing
c. 147 CE
Initial construction and primary occupation
c. 323 CE
Major enlargement and wall circuit added
c. 356 CE
Peak occupation and regional prominence
1955
Scientific excavation and conservation
On the ground
Structures & features
35.9577° N · 115.5528° E · 84 m · 3 mapped features
Burial Cluster
courtyardHydraulic feature — reservoir
35.9588° N · 115.5538° EOutlier Panel
platformPrimary megalithic at Dolmen de Black-Lake — ceremonial avenue
35.9594° N · 115.5552° EAltar
shrinePrimary megalithic at Dolmen de Black-Lake — rock-cut facade
35.9584° N · 115.5555° E