Researchers say that Flagstones, a large circular enclosure in southern England, dates to around 3200 B.C.E.—which means it predates Stonehenge by several hundred years ...

The researchers point to sites that served a similar purpose in eastern Ireland, specifically the Boyne Valley. This region is home to several open circular enclosures that were used as burial sites.

believed to be the final resting place of Ireland’s patron saint St. Patrick. After saying his final Eucharist at Saul (also in Co. Down) in 46, the monk and scribe Muirchu described his burial ...

Public hangings, an uprising over a corn shipment and a unique legacy of World War II feature in a booklet about the history ...

Some residents and an Oneida tribal member believe the three boulders on the mound are "grandfathers," ancient markers with historical significance. Many ancient burial mounds have been destroyed ...

SAKAI--Researchers got an almost unheard of chance March 7 to step foot atop an imposing keyhole-shaped imperial burial mound dating from the fifth century that still holds many secrets.

TENRI, Nara Prefecture—A new lodging facility here provides guests with magnificent views from the top of an ancient burial mound and places to rest (temporarily) at its base. Old private ...

A "nationally important" 4,000-year-old historic monument could have buildings that cut into it removed to allow for archaeological research. The Marlborough Mound is the second-largest Neolithic ...