Archaeoastronomy is the study of how ancient cultures understood and utilized celestial phenomena in their daily lives, architecture, and belief systems. It bridges archaeology and astronomy to explore how prehistoric and historic peoples observed the sky, incorporated astronomical alignments into monuments like Stonehenge or the pyramids, and developed calendars or mythologies based on celestial events. By analyzing structures, artifacts, and cultural records, archaeoastronomy reveals the deep connection between early civilizations and the cosmos, offering insight into how the sky shaped human history, ritual, and worldview.

I’ve been fascinated with archaeoastronomy for as long as I’ve had an interest in astronomy itself and attempt to visit these sites when the opportunity presents while travelling. It’s at these sites where ancient knowledge and cosmic wonder come together. I’m not just looking at the stars; I’m trying to understand how people thousands of years ago read the skies, built monuments in alignment with celestial events, and shaped their myths and daily lives around what they saw above. I love exploring the astronomical connections and the amazing precision that was accomplished in there construction or alignment. For me, archaeoastronomy isn’t just an interest — it’s a way of seeing how time, space, and human experience are all tied together.

The pages that follow all explore my deep interest in archaeoastronomy and document the remarkable sites I’ve had the chance to visit. Each location offers a unique glimpse into how ancient cultures observed the sky and built structures in alignment with celestial events. From alignments at solstices to star-inspired architecture, these pages reflect my journey through places where the past and the cosmos still speak to one another.