poikkitallit
Poikkitallit is a Finnish archaeological term describing sets of standing stones arranged across or perpendicular to a main axis within a site, forming a cross-like or intersecting layout. The name literally derives from poikki, meaning across or crosswise, and talli, a pillar or stone. In Finnish landscape archaeology the term is used for features where two or more vertical stones are placed in proximity in a way that creates a cross-like plan, often in relation to other nearby stones or structures.
Etymology and usage: Poikkitallit is primarily used in Finnish-language sources to distinguish cross-oriented stone arrangements from
Characteristics and distribution: Poikkitallit are documented in various places in the Nordic and Baltic regions, particularly
Dating and interpretation: The chronological placement of poikkitallit is usually inferred from contexts rather than precise
Research and preservation: Documentation relies on field surveys, mapping, and, where possible, photogrammetry. Many examples are