Viking Burial Mounds are large earthworks built by the Vikings to honor and bury their dead. These mounds often contained grave goods, such as weapons, jewelry, and tools, which were believed to accompany the deceased in the afterlife. The mounds varied in size and shape, reflecting the status of the individual buried within. Typically found in Scandinavia, these mounds served both as burial sites and as markers of territory. Archaeologists study these sites to learn more about Viking culture, beliefs, and social structures. Some famous examples include the mounds at Gokstad and Oseberg, which have provided valuable insights into Viking life.