New theory says Stonehenge was a 'memory palace'

Caleb Cluff
Updated August 19 2016 - 6:56pm, first published 6:30pm
Memory code: Lynne Kelly has explored ancient methods of retaining large amounts of knowledge; the methods are still used. Photo: Allen&Unwin
Memory code: Lynne Kelly has explored ancient methods of retaining large amounts of knowledge; the methods are still used. Photo: Allen&Unwin

You might have seen an episode of Sherlock where Benedict Cumberbatch enters his ‘memory palace’ and somehow recalls an obscure fact to solve a case.

Subscribe now for unlimited access.

$0/

(min cost $0)

or signup to continue reading

See subscription options
Caleb Cluff

Caleb Cluff

Senior Journalist, The Courier

Get the latest Ballarat news in your inbox

Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date.

We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy.