Stone Age Builders Show Engineering Prowess in 6000-Year-Old Monument

- Archaeologists studied the Dolmen of Menga, revealing Neolithic builders' grasp of physics, geometry, and geology. - Using laser scans and old excavation diagrams, researchers pieced together the construction process of the 6,000-year-old stone chamber. - The dolmen's builders transported 32 giant stone blocks from a quarry 1 km away, forming a massive chamber with precise engineering. - The study shows the builders used counterweights and ramps to fit stones with millimetre precision, ensuring the monument's stability. - Despite being in an earthquake-prone area, the dolmen remains intact, showcasing the builders' advanced understanding of science. Source: [Nature](https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-02776-w)