Stonehenge mystery is SOLVED after 5,000 years - as scientists finally crack why the mysterious monument was built

Why the mighty Stonehenge was built around 5,000 years ago has long been one of the great mysteries. Wiltshire's famous stone circle is one of the world's most iconic historic sites and a British cultural icon - but its intended purpose has long divided academics The new research comes a day before the winter solstice - the shortest day of the year where thousands of people flock to Stonehenge ' monumental expression of unity between people, land, ancestors and the heavens.' Researchers say Stonehenge's Altar Stone came from Scotland. However, the Altar Stone, the largest bluestone at the centre of Stonehenge, actually came from northern Scotland – up to 1,000km away, scientists revealed earlier this year. Researchers say the Altar Stone came from Scotland - potentially transported south by a Scottish tribe as their contribution to building Stonehenge.