The profile of past civilizations is derived from many archeological sites. The wealth of this knowledge comes from these long ago societies treatment of their citizens after death. Where a body is laid to rest may represent type of architectural advancement of the culture.
Art objects that depict of gods open an avenue to learning about pass religions and customs.
Along with these findings portions of a written language may incorporate in paintings and sculptures to further our understanding the way they lived. Death to many is seen as a new journey into a different spiritual life that one must be prepared for before embarking. Proper provisions in place helped the deceased to obtain entry into the level of grandeur with gods. A burial site may consist of a simple grave with a few personal items placed within or as extravagant as a towering structure with elaborate items and in-depth explanation to immortalize the person. The earliest burial structures around areas of Europe were dolmen, around 8000-2300 BCE, during the Neolithic era.