Secrets of the Dolmen de Bagneux

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Step back in time as we explore the Dolmen de Bagneux, the largest dolmen in France and one of the most massive in all of Europe. This ancient stone structure, built around 3000 BC during the Neolithic period, is located in Saumur, France, and has amazed historians and travelers for decades.  In this video, we break down everything in simple and easy words so anyone can understand:  What is a dolmen?  Why the Dolmen de Bagneux is so special  How it was built over 5000 years ago  Its size, structure, and mystery  Why it remains one of Europe’s most impressive megalithic tombs  Whether you're into history, archaeology, or ancient wonders, this video will leave you in awe of what early humans were capable of. Discover the beauty, the mystery, and the silent strength of this prehistoric monument.  📍 Located in Saumur, France ⏳ Dating back to 3000 BC (Neolithic Era) ⚒️ Made from sandstone slabs from nearby hills 🔒 Privately owned but protected by French historical law  👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more amazing historical content!  #DolmenDeBagneux #AncientMonuments #MegalithicTomb #Neolithic #PrehistoricFrance #FranceTravel #Saumur #StoneTomb #Archaeology #AncientHistory #WorldHeritage #HistoricalSites #MysteryOfThePast  I hope you like the video of Secrets of the Dolmen de Bagneux | France’s Biggest Stone Tomb.

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00:00In the quiet town of Soumyau, France, stands a remarkable ancient structure known as the

00:05Dolman Bagnus.

00:07This huge stone monument is not only the largest dolman in France, but also one of the biggest

00:13in Europe.

00:14If you are someone who loves ancient history and mysterious places, this dolman is definitely

00:20worth learning about.

00:22A dolman is a type of tomb made with joint stone slabs, built by people over 5000 years

00:28ago during the Neolithic period .

00:33These structures were used for burials and often served as sacred places.

00:38The dolman Bagnus is one of the about 4,500 dolmans found across 60 regions in France, but this

00:46one stands out due to its impressive size and structure, while some dolman in other parts

00:52of France, like Britannia and Gironde, are longer, such as the 23-meter-long flat stones

00:59in Loch Meriker.

01:00None are as tall or spacious as the dolman Bagnus.

01:05This makes it a unique and important site in European prehistoric architecture.

01:10The dolman mayors 17.3 meters long, 4.25 meters wide at the entrance, and 5.4 meters wide at

01:19the back.

01:20It was built using sandstone slabs collected from nearby hills in Bournent and Therafort.

01:27These heavy stones were probably pushed or rolled down from the slope, covering a distance

01:32of 200 to 400 meters.

01:35The entire structure includes 15 large flagged stones, two wedging stones, and possibly more

01:41stones still buried underground.

01:43The chamber inside the dolman is nearly rectangular, just slightly narrower at the entrance.

01:50It's made up of one back slab, four stones on each side, four stones covering the top,

01:56and two stones forming the doorway.

01:58Interestingly, there's a thin stone on the right side that was added more recently to

02:04cover a modern wall behind it.

02:06In the middle of the chambers, there's a stone that does not sport anything.

02:11It might have been part of a wall dividing the space, which was common in other dolmens

02:16of the Aju region.

02:18Although the dolman Bagnus is located on private property, it is a protected historical monument

02:25under French law.

02:26This means it cannot be used to change freely and must be carefully preserved to protect

02:32its cultural value.

02:33The dolman Bagnus is more than just a pile of old rocks.

02:38It's a powerful reminder of ancient human history.

02:41Its size, structure, and survival through thousands of years make it a truly amazing monument.

02:47While visiting may be limited, simply knowing such a place exists to remind us how smart and

02:52spirits killed our ancestors were, what other secrets could be past be hiding.

02:57If you liked this video, please comment, share, and subscribe.

03:00Thanks for watching.

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