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Stonehenge’s Secret Predecessor Found
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Archaeologists have unearthed a 5,000-year-old solstice observatory near Stonehenge, predating the famous stone circle by 500 years—complete with wooden poles aligned to mark sunrise and sunset. Discovered during military housing work, the site also yielded pottery, bones, and a rare disc knife. Lead archaeologist Phil Harding calls it a career highlight, suggesting it was a sacred gathering place for ancient rituals tied to the sun. This find reinforces Stonehenge’s astronomical roots and reveals a deeper, older tradition of cosmic celebration—just as thousands gather this Sunday, unaware they’re standing near a celestial blueprint from the past.
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