Stonehenge

Definition

Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument located in Wiltshire, England. It consists of a circular arrangement of massive standing stones, some weighing up to 25 tons each, believed to have been erected around 2500 BCE.

Related terms

Megalithic Architecture: Megalithic architecture refers to structures made from large stones without the use of mortar or cement. Examples include dolmens, cairns, and other stone monuments found worldwide.

Neolithic Period: The Neolithic period was a time when humans transitioned from hunting and gathering to agriculture and settled communities. Stonehenge was built during this period.

Druids: Druids were members of an ancient Celtic religious order who may have had associations with Stonehenge. They played important roles in Celtic society as priests, scholars, and advisors.