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28 New Stone Circles Discovered Near Rujm el-Hiri

3/19/2026

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  • A study published in PLOS ONE finds that the Rujm el-Hiri stone circle in the Golan Heights is not unique.
  • The study identifies 28 similar structures within a 25-kilometer radius.
  • Archaeologist Michal Birkenfeld notes that Rujm el-Hiri has long been considered unique.
  • Further research is needed to confirm cultural connections and understand the functions of these newly discovered sites.
  • The study marks the beginning of a larger archaeological project.