Timber circles
In archaeology, timber circles are circular arrangements of wooden posts interpreted as being either complexes of freestandingtotem poles or as the supports for large circular buildings. An alternative generic name given to these remains is "Woodhenge" after the example at Stonehenge.
Connected Sites
Site | Rationale | Link |
Brú na Bóinne | Newgrange | |
Cahokia Mounds | ||
Dacian Fortresses | Sarmizegetusa Regia (wiki) | |
Stonehenge | Woodhenge |
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