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Ancient sacred architecture oriented toward the horizon and directional light

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Why Did Ancient Builders Align Sacred Places With Directions?

Ancient sacred places were often aligned to cardinal, solar, stellar or landscape references—but not every dramatic sunrise proves intention. Strong archaeoastronomy combines measurement, chronology, repeated patterns and cultural context.