Stones of Mora

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by Pieter Kuiper

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The Stones of Mora (Mora stenar) in Uppsala, Sweden, were a significant historical site where Swedish kings were traditionally elected. This assembly place, located in the parish of Lagga, just south of Uppsala, played a crucial role during the medieval period. The most notable feature was a large stone, known as the Mora Stone, surrounded by other stones inscribed with the names of elected kings. The tradition of electing kings at this site dates back to at least the 13th century, though the exact origins are older and somewhat obscure.

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