What is a henge?
Q: What is a henge?
A: A henge is a Neolithic earthwork.
Q: Where are henges typical of?
A: Henges are typical of the British Isles (for example Stonehenge), but there are a few similar structures in continental Europe.
Q: What is the structure of a henge?
A: Henges have a ring bank and ditch.
Q: Are henges primarily defensive?
A: No, henges are not thought to be primarily defensive, because their ditch is inside the wall or rampart.
Q: Why would it seem better to have the ditch outside the bank for defence?
A: It would seem better to have the ditch outside the bank for defence because attackers would need to climb up further.
Q: What is the function of henges thought to be mainly?
A: The function of henges is thought to be mainly ceremonial.
Q: How are henges divided?
A: Henges are divided into three types.
