The actual purpose of these megalithic standing stones is hotly debated, with many theories being thrown out. There are 38 of them (but do try counting), and some of them …

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2.42 km

1.85 km

458 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.50 km

1.85 km

458 m

< 100 m

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