Northeast of the historic center of Planina pri Sevnici, along the old road to Planina, stands a unique megalith that represents the star Omicron from the constellation Aquarius. In 2018, the Ampus Megalith was visited by Dr. Semir Osmanagić at the invitation of Father Dr. Karel Gržan.
An Upside-Down Pyramid
The Kozjansko region is rich in megaliths, and the area of Planina pri Sevnici hides several megalithic structures believed to have been built by prehistoric indigenous peoples, who lived in close harmony with nature.
The Ampus Megalith is unique—no other like it has been found so far. It is an upside-down rock, estimated to weigh over one hundred tons, shaped like a pyramid. This pyramid-shaped stone stands on only three edges, with a cut-off tip and a small space underneath that, according to megalith researchers, serves as an energy amplifier.
A Landscape Triad
The Ampus Megalith, the Church of St. Margaret, and Planina Castle together form a landscape triad. According to megalith researchers, the point at the castle emits celestial-downward, fiery or masculine energy; the point at the Church of St. Margaret of Antioch emits Earth-upward, watery or feminine energy. The Ampus Megalith alternately emits both types of energy and balances the interaction of these primal forces.
Visiting the Ampus Megalith
The Ampus Megalith lies along the old road to Planina pri Sevnici. At the road junction below the Church of St. Margaret in the center of Planina pri Sevnici, look for a direction sign that directs you to the right of the church, behind the local inn, down a road that descends into the valley. After about 200 meters, the road will lead you to small wooded areas on both sides. The Ampus Megalith is located among the trees on the left side of the road. A picnic table with benches is set up by the megalith. Please keep the area clean and take your trash with you.
If arriving by car, you can park in the town center, where free parking is available. If you park in the blue zone, be sure to mark your arrival time, as free parking is limited to a maximum of two hours.
Planina pri Sevnici can also be reached by public transportation. The Nomago company operates the route Celje–Šentjur–Planina pri Sevnici. When using an online timetable, enter "Planina/Sev." in the search field for accurate results.
