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Tamil Nadu’s own Stonehenge

August 1 , 2024 91 days 401 0
  • An ancient observatory is found at the State’s first astro-archaeological site in Ellanthankarai, Sivagangai.
  • The huge burial site dating back to the megalithic period.
  • This is the first astro-archaeological site in Tamil Nadu that reveals a clear observatory ground.
  • This would then lead to a highly learned group called Tamil Arivargal who resided in the region.
  • The earliest mention of these people is in the Tholkaappiyam.
  • These people were well versed in astronomy.
  • They would disseminate what they learnt to others and this form of learning was called Ainthiram, is also found in The Tholkaappiyam.

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