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Stonehenge
Questions about the complex of Stone Age circles and raised earthworks, located on Salisbury plain in Wiltshire, England.
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How do you know that Stonehenge predicts the pyramids?
There is no evidence to suggest that Stonehenge predicts the pyramids. Stonehenge and the Egyptian pyramids were built by different civilizations in different time periods and have distinct architectural styles and purposes.
The archaeological discoveries at Stonehenge and Easter Island offer insights into early human ingenuity in constructing complex monuments with limited technology. These sites demonstrate the innovative engineering skills and astronomical knowledge of ancient civilizations.
Stonehenge is not perfectly symmetrical, but it does exhibit some symmetrical features in its overall layout and design. The arrangement of the standing stones and the alignment of certain elements appear to have been intentionally planned, which creates a sense of balance and harmony in the structure.
What is the texture of the Stonehenge?
The stones at Stonehenge have a rough, weathered texture due to their age and exposure to the elements. Many of the stones are also worn smooth in certain areas from people touching them over the years.
people mainly visit Stonehenge for attraction, sight seeing, historical sights, school trips, business trips, and many other reasons. hope this helps?
Which terms refers to one of the big stones used in the construction of a site such as Stonehenge?
Megalith
Does or did Stonehenge have another name?
Yes, it was called Choir Gaure at one time, for a full history refer to the book on the link below.
Stonehenge would not normally be considered an artifact.
"Artifact" usually refers to humanly modified, portableobject. For larger man made things, such as buildings, large sculptures or monuments archaeologists use the term feature.
What do you Think the Stonehenge was built for?
An early city state that was successful and organized enough to set up a city focal point for either religious or administrative purposes.
What are the forces acting on the Stonehenge?
The forces acting on Stonehenge include gravitational forces, which pull the massive stones downward, and lateral forces such as wind and seismic activity that exert pressure on the structure. Additionally, the weight of the stones creates compressive forces at the points of contact, while tension forces may arise from the stress of the stones settling or shifting over time. Environmental factors, such as soil erosion and moisture, also impact the stability of the site. Overall, these forces contribute to the long-term preservation challenges faced by this ancient monument.
What is so special about 21st June and what has it have do with Stonehenge?
June 21st is Midsummers day and Stonehenge was aligned so that at dawn on Midsummers day the first rays of sunlight pass between the uprights and hit the altar stone.
How do you describe the Stonehenge?
Scientists say the early pedestrians (Greeks) use the stone henge to calculate the the whole solar system (Wow). As you watch *Mysteries of the Universe*, They reveal the secrets of the stone henge. If your in a specific spot, as you can see, the moon stands above the heel rock and reveals another secret that tells us we need to see the next one in winter. But some henges sinks under ground. So scientist use advanced technology to tell what the whole site looks like when the henges where all there. As they looked closer, the sun squeezes between the henges. Which means when early pedestrians doesn't have any technology like ours, they're still smart enough to calculate the whole solar system
How much did Stonehenge weigh and how large were the blocks?
They are not Limestone, but Sandstone, they weigh around 25 tons and are around 2m wide by 1m thick and stand 4m high above the ground
What was the architectural system used in constructing Stonehenge?
There are probably hundreds of myths and legends about Stonehenge. Various people have attributed the building of this great megalith to the Danes, Romans, Saxons, Greeks, Atlantes, Egyptians, Phoenicians Celts, King Aurelius Ambrosius's, Merlin, and even Aliens.
One of the most popular beliefs was that Stonehenge was built by the Druids. These high priests of the Celts, constructed it for sacrificial ceremonies. It was John Aubrey, who first linked Stonehenge to the Druids. Additionally, Dr. William Stukeley, another Stonehenge antiquary, also claimed the Druids were Stonehenge's builders. Stukeley studied Stonehenge a century later than Aubrey and became so involved in the study of the Druid religion that he himself became one. Through his work he was very instrumental in popularizing the theory that Stonehenge was built by Druids.
How far away is Wales from Stonehenge?
It is 400 miles or about a 7 hour car journey not including stops.
Stonehenge, UK, has never been moved since the day it was erected.
What can you do at Stonehenge?
Stonehenge is in the country, but there is a guided audio tour and a giftshop on the Stonehenge site.
Is Stonehenge a national monument or a disgrace?
its kinda both because its a disgrace because people died making it but its a monument as well because people went through all this because that's how strongly they believed.
What time does the Stonehenge open?
Summer - 1st Jun to 31st Aug = 9am to 7pm For other seasons see related link
Why did they built Stonehenge?
Stonehenge was built on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England, between 3000 and 1500 B.C. There are many theories as to why it was built, such as an ancient healing center or alien landing site.
How hard was it to build Stonehenge?
There were three major challenges involved in the building of stonehenge...
1) Selecting and shaping the 'right' stones.
2) Transporting the stones to the Salisbury plain (some came from south Wales).
3) Erecting the stones to acheive the desired monument.
