why are the arteries are deep seated in the body?

Arteries are deep seated to prevent them from any damage. Arteries carry oxygenated blood from heart to all parts of the body. Arguably, it is better for the arteries to be deep seated because lot of blood loss occurs when arteries get damaged as the blood flows with a great force in arteries.

Veins are located superficially as the pressure inside them is very low and contain deoxygenated blood. Muscular relaxation and contraction helps the efficient flow of blood in them.