Labyrinths and Mazes – an Introduction
Do you find mazes and labyrinths fascinating or nightmarish? Like most complex patterns, they can inspire both feelings. We might see them as satisfying a need to tease out a problem and persist until we reach a solution. Or they can seem frighteningly claustrophobic, full of endless and pointless journeying – even an emblem of madness!
Before you make your mind up, find out more…
A labyrinth has a single path. It might twist and turn, it might take a long time to reach the centre – but as long as you press forward you will reach your goal.
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A maze has branching pathways. Making the wrong choice leads you to a dead end. You may have to retrace your steps many times before you discover the correct path to the centre.
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Of the two, labyrinths are the most ancient.