Excavation may reveal secret of the Hurlers

A Bronze Age crystal pavement described as "unique" by archaeologists is to be uncovered for the first time since the 1930s.

The monument, at the Hurlers stone circle on Bodmin Moor, is believed to be the only one of its kind in the British Isles. Scientists and historians hope that by studying it they will gain a better understanding of early civilisations.

Organised by the Caradon Hill Area Heritage Project, "Mapping the Sun" will be led by a team from Cornwall Council's Historic Environment department. Archaeologists will be setting up at the site close to the village of Minions this weekend and the excavation will be open to the public between Tuesday and Saturday. [...] thisisdevon.co.uk/

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Actualización 23-09-13. PICTURES: Digging for clues on Hurlers' crystal path
Hundreds of people flocked to an ancient monument on Bodmin Moor at the weekend as archaeologists revealed what they believe to be a "unique" stone pathway.
The 4,000-year-old feature, which has been uncovered for the first time in 75 years, has attracted enormous interest across the region...