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Stonehenge, located in the picturesque Wiltshire, England, continues to captivate and intrigue visitors and researchers alike. For centuries, this ancient monument has been a focal point of speculation and investigation. In this early exploration, the author reflects on their summer experiences spent measuring and contemplating the incredible stone circles crafted by the ancient Druids across the British Isles. As they share in the preface Years ago, I dedicated my summers to observing, measuring, and pondering the remarkable works of the Druids, whose stunning circles of stone are scattered ...

Stonehenge: A Monumental Mystery of Ancient Britain Stonehenge, one of the world's most famous prehistoric monuments, has captivated the imagination of people for millennia. This ancient stone circle, located on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England, is a testament to the ingenuity, determination, and spiritual beliefs of our Neolithic ancestors. Despite centuries of study and speculation, Stonehenge continues to be a source of mystery and wonder, challenging our understanding of prehistoric societies and their capabilities. Historical Context Stonehenge was built during the transition from ...

The story of the later Stone Age - Interviews, news reports and fresh insights into the archaeology of 10,000 years of the Neolithic period. By reporting on sites and discoveries from Mesopotamia to Wiltshire, familiar and less well-known, we are growing a podcast tapestry of how the people of the Neolithic developed and spread from the Near and Middle East across Europe and the Mediterranean to eventually become the megalith builders of NW Europe, Britain & Ireland.