Baalbek: The Largest Stones Ever Moved by Humans

A field report from Baalbek, Lebanon, documenting the trilithon stones weighing up to 1,000 tons and the recently discovered Stone of the Pregnant Woman at

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A field report from Baalbek, Lebanon, documenting the trilithon stones weighing up to 1,000 tons and the recently discovered Stone of the Pregnant Woman at 1,650 tons. Newman examines the quarrying techniques and asks how — and why — these impossible weights were moved.

This episode from Megalithomania features discussion of ancient civilizations, archaeological evidence, and competing theories about humanity's past. Running approximately 70 minutes, this conversation covers key research findings and perspectives from experts in the field. Explore related episodes, connected archaeological sites, and the theories discussed in this podcast.