Stonehenge-like Structures Have Been Found All Over the World (Video)
Throughout history, our world has witnessed the emergence of colossal stone circles reminiscent of Stonehenge, dispersed across the globe. These megalithic structures, numbering around 50,000 solely in Western Europe, stand as testimony to the ingenuity of ancient civilizations. The motivation behind their creation remains shrouded in mystery, and as time progressed, these enigmatic monuments grew in size and complexity. Approximately 4,500 years ago, a pinnacle of human craftsmanship was achieved with Stonehenge. This awe-inspiring structure stands as a remarkable example of the resourcefulness and precision of its creators.
These stone circles, despite being constructed centuries or even millennia apart, share a common intrigue: the driving force that compelled early societies, armed with rudimentary tools, to erect such remarkable edifices. Recent discoveries, such as the ancient sunken settlement near Atlit, Israel, unveiled in 1984, provide valuable clues in unraveling this ancient enigma. Archaeologists stumbled upon this site, dating back nearly nine millennia, shedding light on the lives of our distant ancestors. Each new revelation, like pieces of a puzzle, helps us delve deeper into the past, striving to comprehend the purpose behind these enduring stonehenge-like structures scattered across the world.
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Top image: Callanish Henge, Isle of Lewis, Scotland. Source: swen_stroop / Adobe Stock.
