Science: Archaeology: Topics: Archaeoastronomy: Page 2

Report on the display of the Sky Disc of Nebra from The Cosmic Mirror #236.

A description of the Sky Disc of Nebra from The Cosmic Mirror #243

Largely German description of the Bronze Age artefact umearthed in Saxony-Anhalt, with FAQs in English.

A multimedia introduction to archaeoastronomy and ethnoastronomy suitable for K-12 teachers and students. Part of the University of Chicago's Digital Library.

Ancient stone circles and tombs in Ireland align with the Sun and the Moon, say astronomers. BBC Article

The BBC's science editor comes face to face with what is claimed to be the oldest map of the Moon ever made.

Introduction to basic archaeoastronomical concepts with examples from across the world.

BBC Radio 4 interview on the methodology of archaeoastronomy with Prof. Clive Ruggles and Dr. Frank Prendergast. Requires Real Player.

An article from "British Archaeology" magazine arguing for an astronomical motive for the building of some cursus monuments in prehistoric Britain.

An interdisciplinary course on cultural astronomy. The course has a goal of imparting an understanding of basic astronomical phenomena and an appreciation of their cultural significance throughout the world.

A variety of projects ranging from African Astronomy to Zodiac Mosaics.

An introduction the to astronomical theories surrounding these Irish Neolithic Cairns.

Course notes for the Archaeoastronomy course at the University of Virginia, USA.

Dr Kate Spence's theory of the cardinal alignment of Great Pyramid explained.

Overview of archaeoastronomy. Includes maps, almanacs and video archive.

Rajesh Mirchandani looks at the ancient cosmologies of Mesopotamia, Egypt, China and India. Requires Real Player.

Re-evaluation of the existence of the Megalithic Calendar proposed by Alexander Thom.

Interview with David Dearnorn, a specialist in Peruvian Astronomy.

Dr. Cornelius Holtorf ponders the relationship of Archaeoastronomy to the megaliths of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany.

New information and research about the astronomy of the Irish Stone Age, plus sections on the movements of the heavenly bodies and links to other sites.

Features a collaborative project between SECEF, Ideum, the NPS, other organizations, and individuals. Contains an overview, photos, a timeline, news, credits, and contact information.

Homepage of the Hanwakan Center, organized for the gathering of traditions and stories born of mankind's interaction with the physical environment and his understanding of the relationship between earth and sky.