Merrivale Prehistoric Settlement
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Merrivale Prehistoric Settlement is a fascinating archaeological site located on the Dartmoor moors. The site impresses with its impressive double rows of stones, the longest of which is over 260 meters and consists of more than 150 boulders.
Discover the remains of a Bronze Age settlement with more than 50 round houses, mysterious stone circles and burial barrows. Of particular interest are the astronomical arrangements of stones, indicating links to constellations and celestial phenomena.
This is an ideal place for history and nature lovers, where you can enjoy the wildlife of Dartmoor and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of thousands of years ago.
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