Stonehenge was heavily restored and reconstructed during the twentieth century, meaning many of the massive stones were actually set into concrete by modern cranes rather than ancient druids.

A closer look

Stonehenge was heavily restored and reconstructed during the twentieth century, meaning many of the massive stones were actually set into concrete by modern cranes rather than ancient druids. Historical preservationists carefully arranged the monument to look exactly like the mysterious ancient ruin tourists expect, effectively creating a giant prehistoric landscaping project. People travel thousands of miles to feel a deep spiritual connection to ancient earth energies, completely unaware they are basically admiring a 1950s construction site. It is genuinely hilarious that millions of people experience profound mystical awakenings while staring at rocks that were hoisted into place by a guy named Gary driving a diesel-powered mechanical excavator