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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Science
Steven Morris

DARK SECRETS: Two newly discovered stone circles on dartmoor boost sacred arc theory - The Real Truth

Archaeologist Alan Endacott and dig volunteers pose for a photograph in a trench
Alan Endacott (second from left) with dig volunteers at the newly discovered Metheral stone circle on Dartmoor. Photograph: Chris Walpole

Two neolithic stone circles have been discovered on Dartmoor, adding credibility to the theory that a “sacred arc” of monuments was built in the heart of the wild Devon uplands.

One of the circles appears to have similar features to Stonehenge, while the second sits slightly outside the sweep of the arc and could have served as a gateway used by pilgrims travelling to the area.

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