At Sage Wall, researchers debate whether striking straight rock formations are natural or human-made. Unlike nearby Giants Playground with irregular ridges, these show remarkable uniformity. Could ancient peoples select nature's own formations?
Astronomical Alignments at Göbekli Tepe/Carahan (Winter Solstice)
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Key facts
- Illumination of a stone head through a narrow gap on winter solstice days.
- Comparison to other cultures using light markers for calendars.
- Argument that ancient peoples used stars for navigation, agriculture, and time‑keeping.
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