Centuries of speculation have attributed countless functions to the famous Wiltshire landmark, describing it variously as a prehistoric observatory, a place of healing and a temple for ritual sacrifice.

But a new study by researchers from five British universities suggests Stonehenge may in fact have been built as a sign of peace between people from the east and west of the country after a period of conflict.

Stonehenge a 'symbol of unification' at centre of Ancient Britain
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The stone slabs of England's Stonehenge may have been more than just a spectacular sight to the ancient people who built the structure; they likely created an acoustic environment unlike anything they normally experienced, new research hints.

Stonehenge Acoustics, Including Echoes, Reverberation, Made Pagan Structure Sound Like A Cathedral, Research Suggests
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