A major debate over the construction of the mysterious Neolithic Stonehenge site in the UK may finally have been resolved.

Historians have long known that Stonehenge—England’s famed prehistoric rock circle—was built with the path of the sun in mind. On each solstice, spectators visit to watch the sun shine through the ...

A new study claims it may have finally found the reason behind Stonehenge's rebuilding thousands of years ago. According to researchers, the grand stone monument may well have acted as a unifying task ...

Scientists analyzed the feces of humans who are thought to have built Stonehenge. It was found in a nearby settlement where workers marked the construction with lavish parties. The finding gives clues ...

A research team has unraveled the mysterious origins of a "unique" stone that forms a key part of Stonehenge, the world-renowned prehistoric monument in southwest England, a study reports. The study, ...

Nestled in the English countryside stands one of history's mysterious structures. Stonehenge's origin has captivated historians, archaeologists and even visitors who come from across the world to ...

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Researchers have found that a prehistoric burial site called Flagstones is one of the earliest known large circular enclosures in Britain. Located in Dorset, Flagstones dates to around 3200 B.C.E., ...

The origins of Stonehenge have puzzled and inspired people for generations. Now, new findings offer a clearer picture of why this ancient monument held such powerful meaning. Recent work by ...