Mysterious ancient structures made of enormous stone blocks are found all over the world, and most often they are located closer to the sea and rivers. In the North Caucasus, about three thousand dolmens have been found, most of them scattered along the coast or in river valleys.
In the area of the Doguab River, near the settlement of Pshada, eight dolmens have stood for 4000 years. They are built from stone slabs, each weighing from three to eight tons. People still have not solved the mystery of these stone structures scattered across all continents. Some scholars say these are dwellings of ancient people, while others believe they are a kind of sarcophagus or burial vault for the dead.
Caucasian dolmens have a more complex design compared with their counterparts in other places. They consist of five elements: four slabs stand vertically, and the fifth covers them and creates a porch-like ledge. A round opening for an entrance is cut into the front slab.
According to legends, the dolmens on the Doguab River possess powerful energy and even magical properties. The Tor and Khan dolmens are considered masculine: they transmit active energy, help achieve goals, and awaken potential and creative abilities.
The Maya and Tenderness dolmens are feminine; their energy is directed toward preserving the family and bringing peace. According to legend, Tenderness is responsible for motherhood and fertility, while Maya is responsible for love, attractiveness, and sensual pleasures.
