The Rollright Stones are a group of prehistoric monuments located in the Cotswold Hills on the border between Oxfordshire and Warwickshire, England. The complex consists of three main elements: The King’s Men stone circle, The Whispering Knights dolmen, and The King Stone. These monuments date from different periods, primarily the Neolithic and Bronze Ages, between…
Historical Places
Orwell Standing Stones
The Orwell Standing Stones are a significant prehistoric monument located in Kinross-shire, Scotland. This stone circle is one of many ancient megalithic structures found across the British Isles. These stones offer insights into the practices and beliefs of the people who erected them during the late Neolithic period, around 3000 BC to 2000 BC.Archaeological SignificanceThe…
Machrie Moor Standing Stones
The Machrie Moor Standing Stones are a group of ancient stone circles and megalithic monuments located on the Isle of Arran in Scotland. These structures date back to around 2000 BC, during the late Neolithic and early Bronze Age periods. The site is notable for its collection of six stone circles, along with nearby cairns,…
Nuraghe Mannu
Nuraghe Mannu is a prominent archaeological site located in the province of Nuoro, Sardinia, Italy. This site features a well-preserved nuraghe, a type of megalithic structure unique to Sardinia. Scholars believe the Nuraghe Mannu dates back to the Bronze Age, around 1500 BC to 1000 BC.Architectural FeaturesThe structure consists of a central tower, surrounded by…
Nuraghe Genna Maria
Nuraghe Genna Maria is an archaeological site located in Sardinia, Italy. It is part of the Nuragic civilization, which flourished from around 1800 BC to 238 BC. This site offers insights into the unique architectural and cultural practices of the Nuragic people.Historical ContextThe Nuragic civilization emerged during the Bronze Age. It is known for its…
Nuraghe Tanca Manna
Nuraghe Tanca Manna is an important archaeological site located in Sardinia, Italy. This site features a complex of stone structures built during the Nuragic civilization. The Nuragic people thrived from around 1800 BC to 238 BC. They are known for their unique architectural style, characterized by the construction of nuraghes—tall, circular stone towers.Historical ContextThe Nuragic…