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    Researchers Solve A Question About Stonehenge Megaliths' Origin

    Scientists found that the outer stones of the prehistoric structure originated about 15 miles away from where the structure stands.
    by Alana Wise Jul 29, 2020 1 minute
    Sheep graze in front of southern England's Stonehenge in April. Scientists say they've determined some of the structure's sandstone megaliths came from 15 miles away.

    Researchers have announced that they have solved a centuries-long mystery surrounding the origin of most of the large stones that make up the outerpublished to the journal on Wednesday.

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