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