The Tumulus of Bougon, also known as the Necropolis of Bougon, is a group of prehistoric burial mounds located near the village of Bougon in western France. The site is situated in the department of Deux-Sèvres, in the Poitou-Charentes region. The tumuli are among the earliest and best-preserved examples of megalithic burial structures in France,…

The Cairn of Barnenez, also known as Barnenez Mound or Barnenez Tumulus, is a Neolithic burial mound located on the Kernelehen Peninsula in northern Brittany, France. It is one of the oldest and largest megalithic structures in Europe, dating back to the early 4th millennium BCE. The Cairn of Barnenez is often referred to as…

La Hougue Bie is a historic site located on the island of Jersey in the English Channel. It is a complex that includes a Neolithic passage grave, a medieval chapel, and a German military bunker from World War II. La Hougue Bie is one of the most important archaeological and historical sites on the island.…

Monte d’Accoddi is a unique archaeological site located in northern Sardinia, Italy. It is an ancient structure often described as a stepped pyramid or ziggurat, although its exact purpose remains a subject of debate among archaeologists. Monte d’Accoddi is one of the most important and enigmatic archaeological sites on the island. Key features and information…

The Dolmen de Menga is a megalithic burial mound located in Antequera, near Malaga, in the Andalusia region of southern Spain. It is part of a larger archaeological complex that includes two other notable megalithic structures, the Dolmen de Viera and the Tholos de El Romeral. These structures are collectively known as the Dolmens of…

The Knap of Howar is an archaeological site located on the island of Papa Westray in Orkney, Scotland. It is one of the oldest preserved stone-built houses in northern Europe, dating back to the Neolithic period. The site consists of two well-preserved structures and provides valuable insights into the lives of early agricultural communities. Key…

The West Kennet Long Barrow is a Neolithic tomb or burial mound located near Avebury in Wiltshire, England. It is part of the Avebury World Heritage Site, which includes the famous Avebury Stone Circle. The West Kennet Long Barrow is one of the largest and most well-preserved chambered long barrows in Britain. Key features and…

Sechín Bajo is an archaeological site located on the northern coast of Peru. It is known for the remains of a pre-Columbian ceremonial center and one of the earliest monumental constructions in the Americas. The site is associated with the Casma/Sechín culture, which existed during the Late Archaic period and the Early Formative period, around…

The Megalithic Temples of Malta are a collection of prehistoric temple complexes located on the islands of Malta and Gozo in the Mediterranean Sea. These temples, constructed during the Neolithic period, are among the oldest surviving freestanding structures in the world. The Megalithic Temples of Malta are recognized for their architectural sophistication and cultural significance,…

Shahr-e Sokhta, also known as the “Burnt City,” is an archaeological site located in the Sistan and Baluchestan Province of southeastern Iran. It is one of the largest and most important Bronze Age urban settlements in the region, dating back to the third millennium BCE. Shahr-e Sokhta gained its name from the extensive fire damage…