Menhir of Kergadiou, Neolithic megalithic monument in Plourin, France.
The Menhir of Kergadiou is a granite stone column standing on a hill in Brittany, from a time when people began erecting large stones for ritual purposes. The stone remains intact and rises noticeably from the surrounding terrain.
The stone was erected by Neolithic inhabitants during the Stone Age and marked a significant place for their community. In 1883 the monument received official protection as a historical landmark.
The menhir stands in a region rich in prehistoric stone monuments, reflecting the spiritual beliefs of people who lived here thousands of years ago. Its presence in the landscape shows how important such stones were for the communities that built them.
The site sits on private property and visitors should ask permission from the owners beforehand. It is wise to bring weatherproof clothing and sturdy footwear, as the area is exposed and the ground is uneven.
Nearby lies a second fallen stone that is nearly twice as long as the upright menhir. Together these two stones form a rare example of a Neolithic stone ensemble in this area.
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