May
10
/ 2023
In 1987, a captivating discovery was made by the University of Chelyabinsk's archaeological expedition: an ancient fortified settlement belonging to the Sintashta culture, nestled in Russia's Southern Urals, dating back to 2,000 – 3,000 BC. This enigmatic fortress, known as Arkaim, has been dubbed the Russian Stonehenge, with experts believing it to be even older than its famous British counterpart. Arkaim: An Engineering Marvel Arkaim boasted two concentric circular walls, fortified by an outer defensive wall and a two-meter-wide moat. Rectangular dwellings fill the space between the walls, with the entire structure spanning an impressive 160 meters in diameter. Featuring four gates aligned with cardinal points, the settlement displays advanced engineering with its water distribution system and tunnels for excess
