Shaft tomb

The term refers to the shaft grave

• An in -depth a rock, usually artificially applied grave, as was customary in early cultures, especially to ancient times among some peoples. These shaft tombs were usually created as caves and sealed with stones or made ​​otherwise inaccessible. Especially the Mycenaeans are known for their shaft graves. These often have a dromos.
• A in the ground excavated, rectangular grave, that could be reused. This is understood at least since the Middle Ages this term. Nowadays this type of tomb is the most common. Such graves are usually rented or leased for several years. After expiry of the contract it is excavated normally new and re-rented or leased. It is also often referred to as a mass grave, which is not correct in this sense.

See also: crypt, grave and mass grave (general)

• Tomb
• Cavity structure