Previous geological research suggested the 'altar' probably originated from the Brecon Beacons in south east Wales - that's not the case.
The legendary stone circle has been shrouded in mystery for centuries The quest to find the origins of Stonehenge’s iconic Altar Stone continues – just weeks after experts thought they had finally cracked it. Scientists revealed last month that the massive slab came from Orkney in Scotland and not Wales, where the monument’s bluestones have been traced to. The archipelago is home to other famous Neolithic sites, including the Ring of Brodgar and Stones of Stenness.
’ Study co-author Professor Chris Kirkland, also from the Timescales of Mineral Systems Group at Curtin, said the findings had “significant” implications for understanding ancient communities, their connections, and their transport methods.
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