I stopped and stayed overnight in Moundville, Alabama, an archaeological site operated by the University of Alabama. It was developed in the 1930s as a Civilian Conservation Corps project. A small museum, a road looping through the site, a campground, displays depicting life in the area, and a meeting / convention center are located there.
The site was inhabited about 1,000 years ago by a population estimated of up to 20,000. The people built a number of mounds up to 15 -20 feet high; the purpose of the mounds is unknown. By the time Europeans arrived in North America the population at Moundville had declined.
Steps leading up Mound B, and a view from the top of the mound:
That looks beautiful; cool history too! Sara
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting place - and your campsite looks very nice too.
ReplyDeleteYes, what an interesting place. It would be fun to go to the museum.
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