The Excavation

Dutch archaeologists have found a 4,000-year-old monument that they have named the “Stonehenge of the Netherlands”.

Phys.org indicates that excavation at this site in a small village 50 km from Utrecht began in 2017, but this has not been previously reported.

Discoveries

During the excavations, scientists discovered three burial mounds, the largest of which has a diameter of 20 m. It contains several successive fragments similar to a solar calendar.

And Dutch National Radio notes: “This hill reminds us of Stonehenge, a mysterious place discovered in Britain that dates back to prehistoric times.”

As for the other two hills, they are smaller and have been used for the burial of the dead for more than 800 years.

An interesting point is the discovery of a 4,000-year-old glass bead, which, according to archaeologists, was brought from Mesopotamia. Because at that time glass was not produced in the Netherlands. He probably considered the bead something amazing because the material from which it was made was unknown to the locals.

Conclusion

The discovery of the “Stonehenge of the Netherlands” is an exciting find for Dutch archaeologists. This monument provides insight into the history and culture of the people who lived in the area 4,000 years ago.

Source: News