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Lengyel culture (approx. 4400–4300 BC) represents one of the most significant manifestations of civilization in Central Europe during the Neolithic period. The oldest areas where it occurred include southern and southwestern Moravia and the cross-border region of Austria. Based on research and studies, unique reconstructions of graves that were not previously available have been created. The aim was to create a visual representation of the burials and, on this basis, to present to the public not only the traditions and rituals, but also the health and physical characteristics of our ancestors, who left a significant mark on both sides of the border.
Nejedla, Alena. “FUNERALS IN THE NEOLITHIC AGE, BESTATTUNGEN IN DER JUNGSTEINZEIT.” Funerals in the Neolithic Age, Bestattungen in Der Jungsteinzeit, 2022.
57 pages
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About the author
Mgr. Alena Nejedlá, Ph.D.
is an archaeologist and curator at the South Moravian Museum in Znojmo. Her professional work focuses primarily on prehistoric and protohistoric settlements in southwestern Moravia, particularly in the Znojmo region and its surroundings.
She participated in the preparation of the archaeological exhibition "Prehistoric Farmers," which traces the development of human society from the beginnings of agriculture to the Late Prehistoric period. As the author of the exhibition "Burials in the Late Stone Age," she presented, among other things, graves of the culture with Moravian painted pottery and introduced visitors to the burial customs of ancient communities.
Her work helps experts and the general public to better understand the history of settlement in the Znojmo region. In addition to scientific research, she is actively involved in popularizing archaeology – she participates in the creation of exhibitions, displays, and lectures, for example as part of International Archaeology Day.
Through her research and long-term work at the museum, she has made a significant contribution to the understanding and preservation of the cultural heritage of South Moravia and has given her field a strong regional identity.