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roof. From this, burial chambers extend in three directions, giving the overall impression in plan of a cross shape layout. Some examples have further sub-chambers leading off the three original chambers. The network of chambers is covered by a
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carved into the stones of the chambers' walls and roofs. Abstract designs were favoured, especially spirals and zig-zags.
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They are distinguished by a long passage leading to a central chamber with a
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