Synopsis
A stone row, also known as a stone alignment, is a linear arrangement of megalithic standing stones carefully positioned at intervals along a common axis or series of axes. These structures typically date back to the later Neolithic or Bronze Age, representing some of the earliest examples of human engineering and astronomical knowledge. The configuration of stone rows can vary; they may exist as individual alignments or be grouped together in more complex arrangements. The definition of a stone row is quite flexible, as even a modest arrangement of three or more aligned stones can constitute a row, highlighting the diverse nature of these ancient monuments..Many of these alignments include structures such as cairn circles, which are circular arrangements of stones often used for burial or ceremonial purposes, or large standing stones that serve as focal points or markers within the alignment.
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