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Megalith

Massive stone structures.

Overview

Megaliths, using large stones, create monumental structures globally, prehistoric era.

Core Characteristics

  • Massive, unhewn stones.
  • Symbolic, structural forms.
  • Vernacular aesthetic.

Notable Examples

  • Stonehenge (UK, 2500 BCE).
  • Göbekli Tepe (Turkey, 9600 BCE).

Architectural Connections

  • Historical: Prehistoric.
  • Religious, Civic: Monuments.
  • Prehistoric Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Early monumental construction.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stone Masonry (technique), Monumentality (theory), Stone (element), Ancient (movement)