Pilane in Klövdal,

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, dated to 1-600 AD. The grave field consists of approximately 90 ancient monuments, including

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and the land is leased as sheep pasture. In the summer of 2007 the Pilane site started to be used for a seasonal outdoor sculpture exhibition: ''Skulptur i Pilane'' (''Sculpture in Pilane''). During its first year the exhibition had 60,000 visitors. The art activities are coordinated by the private, non-profit Pilane Heritage Museum, which is financed by the entry fees. The site occupies a prominent position, with extensive views over land and sea. The Basteröd rock carvings site is nearby.

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Official register (RAÄ-nummer Klövedal 105:1)
at the

Official website
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