AI – ‘Egypt features prominent structures like the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, while Ethiopia is known for the Tiya Stelae and other megalithic sites with stelae and dolmens. Yemen contains megalithic structures from the ancient kingdoms of Saba and Himyar, though specific site names are not detailed in these results. In Korea and Japan, megalithic sites include stone circles, dolmens, and tumuli from the Jomon and Jomon-like cultures. Peru is home to the massive Sacsayhuaman fortress and other Inca sites with huge stone walls.
 

Egypt 

• Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx:

Iconic and massive stone structures primarily built as tombs for pharaohs and a monument to a mythical creature.

• Temples:

Large stone temples, such as the Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple, exhibit impressive megalithic architecture.

Ethiopia 

• Tiya Stelae:

A UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring megalithic stelae (standing stones), tumuli (burial mounds), and dolmens (stone burial chambers) dating to the Late Neolithic and early Bronze Age, according to Testbook.

• Omo Valley Stone Platforms:

Associated with the Bodi peoples, these stone platforms were likely connected to ritual activities, indicating a strong tradition of megalithic construction.

Yemen 

• Sabaean and Himyarite Ruins:

Ancient kingdoms like Saba and Himyar left behind significant megalithic structures.

• Marib Dam and Ma’rib Dam:

An ancient dam that used megalithic construction techniques, demonstrating advanced engineering in the region.

Korea 

• Dolmen Sites:

Korea has many dolmen sites, with one of the largest being the Damyang dolmen site.

• Stone Circles:

Found across the country, particularly in the Jomon culture, these are large arrangements of stones that were likely used for ritual or astronomical purposes.

Japan 

• Tomb Mounds:

The extensive tumuli (burial mounds) of the Kofun period, like the Tomb of Emperor Nintoku, are large megalithic structures.

• Jomon Stone Circles:

Prehistoric Jomon people constructed various stone circles, some of which are found on the islands of Hokkaido and Honshu.

Peru 

• Sacsayhuamán:

A fortress on the outskirts of the city of Cusco built with massive, interlocking stones.

• Machu Picchu:

The ancient Inca city, with its walls and buildings, showcases incredible megalithic masonry, where stones are fitted perfectly without the use of mortar.

• Ollantaytambo:

An important Inca site with formidable stone walls and terraces built from enormous megaliths.’

See also:

• Yemen’s Ancient Megalithic Mysteries Part 1 – Timna’s Cyclopean Architecture: Yemen’s Ancient Megalithic Mysteries Part 1 – Timna’s Cyclopean Architecture
• Yemen’s Hidden Megaliths: Baraqish, Awwam, Barran, and the Old Marib Dam: Yemen’s Hidden Megaliths: Baraqish, Awwam, Barran, and the Old Marib Dam
• Uncovering Ethiopia’s Ancient Megaliths Part 1: The Mysteries of Axum: Uncovering Ethiopia’s Ancient Megaliths Part 1: The Mysteries of Axum
• Uncovering Ethiopia’s Ancient Megaliths Part 2: Pre-Axumite Temples and Connections to Yemen: Uncovering Ethiopia’s Ancient Megaliths Part 2: Pre-Axumite Temples and Connections to Yemen
• Ethiopia’s Ancient Megaliths Part 3: Lalibela’s Rock-Hewn Churches & Mysterious Standing Stelae: Ethiopia’s Ancient Megaliths Part 3: Lalibela’s Rock-Hewn Churches & Mysterious Standing Stelae
• Secrets in Stone: Secrets in Stone – YouTube