Researchers determine Stonehenge's Altar Stone originated in Scotland's Orcadian Basin, challenging previous assumptions.

Researchers at Curtin University in Australia have discovered that the Altar Stone at Stonehenge, long believed to be from Wales, actually originates from Scotland's Orcadian Basin. This find, published in the journal Nature, challenges previous assumptions about the Neolithic inhabitants' abilities and connections and offers fresh perspectives on long-distance stone transport during the construction of Stonehenge.

August 14, 2024
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