Seahenge May Have Been Built as Ritual to Prolong Summer, Study Suggests
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·8 viewsA new study proposes that Seahenge, a 4,000-year-old wooden monument on the Norfolk coast of England, was constructed to combat harsh cold weather. Archaeologist David Nance suggests the timber circle and a nearby related structure were built as part of a ritual intended to extend summer and restore warmth. The theory links climate evidence with ancient mythology, offering a fresh perspective on the site's purpose. This challenges earlier interpretations that viewed Seahenge primarily as a burial ground.
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