"The Altar Stone could be missed by most people today," said Amanda Chadburn, noting its obscured position among fallen pillars. Its unique appearance sets it apart.
The Altar Stone, a six-ton slab of red sandstone, rests flat and greyed purple at the site, important for its proximity to a towering trilithon.
Constructed over 1,500 years with first stones around 2500 B.C.E., Stonehenge reflects a monumental transportation feat, as stones came from distant locations.
Researchers traced the origins of the large sarsen stones to Marlborough Downs, 20 miles away, showcasing the complexity of transporting massive stones to Stonehenge.
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