What is ley?

Ley generally refers to a line or alignment of features in the landscape, often of cultural or spiritual significance. The term originated in Britain in the early 20th century, when amateur archaeologist Alfred Watkins proposed the idea of "ley lines" as alignments of ancient sites such as standing stones and burial mounds. Later writers extended the concept to include other types of features, from churches and castles to natural landmarks like hills and rivers. Some proponents of ley lines ascribe mystical or supernatural properties to them, such as energy flows or connections to ancient deities. However, the scientific validity of these claims is disputed, and ley lines remain a topic of debate among archaeologists, geographers, and esoteric practitioners.