Carnac Collection

Menhir Section / Bossenno
A cross-section of a large menhir, close to the site of the Bossenno; a cluster of prehistoric barrows, and a Gallo-Roman villa

Alignments of Megalithic standing stones, Carnac, Morbihan, Brittany, France, Europe

Passage Grave Gavrinis, Carnac, Bretagne, France, Europe

The Carnac stones
3740637 The Carnac stones; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Carnac stones, a collection of megalithic sites around the village of Carnac in Brittany, consisting of alignments, dolmens)

Menhirs of Carnac, Departement Morbihan, Brittany, France

Alignments de Kerlescan, Carnac, Brittany, France

The Stones of Carnac (engraving)
1625907 The Stones of Carnac (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Stones of Carnac. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 September 1871)

Ruins of the Temple of Kom Ombo, and view
Ruins of the Temple of Kom Ombo (Ombas), Nubia, and view of Karnak Temple, Luxor, Egypt. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient

Carnac, Alignements De Kermario (colour photo)
2804387 Carnac, Alignements De Kermario (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carnac, Alignements De Kermario)

The Prince of Wales Visit to Egypt, Carnac (engraving)
1620274 The Prince of Wales Visit to Egypt, Carnac (engraving) by Leitch, Richard Principal (fl.1844-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince of Wales Visit to Egypt, Carnac)

Ruins of Megalithic Avenues at Carnac, Bretagne (engraving)
655193 Ruins of Megalithic Avenues at Carnac, Bretagne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruins of Megalithic Avenues at Carnac, Bretagne)

A Buried City, Excavations at Carnac, Brittany (engraving)
1049336 A Buried City, Excavations at Carnac, Brittany (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Buried City, Excavations at Carnac, Brittany)

The Stone Monuments of Carnac, in Brittany (b / w photo)
1598582 The Stone Monuments of Carnac, in Brittany (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Stone Monuments of Carnac, in Brittany)

Vue prise dans le champ de Carnac, departement du Morbihan (engraving)
3644408 Vue prise dans le champ de Carnac, departement du Morbihan (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vue prise dans le champ de Carnac)

Carnac, Alignements de Kerlescan (colour photo)
2803756 Carnac, Alignements de Kerlescan (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carnac, Alignements de Kerlescan)

Carnac, Alignements de Kermario (colour photo)
2803755 Carnac, Alignements de Kermario (colour photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carnac, Alignements de Kermario)

Original arrangement of stones at Carnac (engraving)
655065 Original arrangement of stones at Carnac (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Original arrangement of stones at Carnac)

Kermario menhirs in Carnac, Morbihan, Brittany, France, Europe

Menec menhirs in Carnac, Morbihan, Brittany, France, Europe

Standing stones at Carnac, Brittany, France
The standing stones at Carnac, Brittany, France. There are 2000 standing stones, arranged in long lines. These pre-date the Egyptian Pyramids and Stonehenge. Date: circa 1910s

Brittany... c1920
Brittany. Still covered by its mighty capstone the Dolmen de Kergavat is one of several near Plouharnel on the way to Carnac, c1920

Alinements near Carnac, Brittany, France, c1920
Most wondrous of the megalithic remains in the world are the alinements near Carnac. At Kerlescan the menhirs stand in 13 rows, c1920

Hall of columns, Carnac, 1839. Artist: William James Muller
Hall of columns, Carnac, 1839. Found in the collection of the Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Carnac Alignments, Brittany, France, c20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Carnac Alignments Brittany, France, c20th century. The sites main phase of activity is commonly attributed to c3300 BC

Carnac, Brittany Alignments at Kermario, c20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Carnac, Brittany Alignments at Kermario, c20th century. The sites main phase of activity is commonly attributed to c3300 BC

Carnac, Brittany Alignments at Menez, c20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Carnac, Brittany Alignments at Menez, c20th century. The sites main phase of activity is commonly attributed to c3300 BC

Carnac, Brittany Alignments at Kermario, Neolithic, 4500-2000 BC, (c20th century) Artist: CM Dixon
Carnac, Brittany Alignments at Kermario, Neolithic, 4500-2000 BC, (c20th century. The sites main phase of activity is commonly attributed to c3300 BC

Dolmen at Kermario in Brittany, c, 36th century BC
Dolmen at Kermario, Carnac, Brittany, c.36th century BC

Megalithic alignments at Carnac, 34th century BC
Megalithic alignments at Carnac, Brittany, 34th century BC

Megalithic alignments at Menec, 34th century BC
Megalithic alignments at Menec, Carnac, Brittany, 34th century BC

Original Arrangement Of The Stones At Carnac, Brittany, France In The 19Th Century. From French Pictures By The Rev. Samuel G. Green, Published 1878

Neolithic standing stones at Alignements de Carnac (Carnac Stones), Alignements de Menec, Carnac, Morbihan, Brittany, France, Europe

Source Size = 5723 x 2508
Antiquities, Carnac, in Brittany: the Lines of Carnac, from Maenac, Looking East, 1871

Carnac stones, menhirs near Carnac, Departement Morbihan, Brittany, France

EU, France, Brittany, Morbihan, Carnac. Alignments de Kerlescan, Megalithic Stones

Megalithic stones in the Menec Alignment at Carnac, Brittany, France, Europe

Matenec menhirs in Carnac

Menhir in Carnac

Matenec menhirs in Carnac New Age devotee

Kermario menhirs in Carnac

Matenec menhir in Carnac New Age devotee

France, Brittany, near Carnac, Prehistoric megalithic, Stone alignments
France - Brittany - Surroundings of Carnac. Prehistoric megalithic stone alignments

France, Brittany, Surroundings of Carnac, prehistoric megalithic stone alignments, Mane-Kerioned dolmen
France - Brittany - Surroundings of Carnac. Prehistoric megalithic stone alignments. Mane-Kerioned dolmen

France, Brittany, Carnac, View of the aligned megaliths, watercolor by Francois Debret (1777-1850)
France - 18th century - Carnacs aligned standing megaliths, watercolour by F. Debret

France, Brittany, Camaret-sur-Mer. Megalithic alignements of Lagatjar
France - Brittany - Camaret-sur-Mer. Megalithic alignements of Lagatjar

Prehistoric megalithic stone alignments
France - Brittany - Carnac. Prehistoric megalithic stone alignments

Carnac stones. Neolithic standing stones in a field. The Carnac stones are the largest collection of megaliths in the world

At Carnac. People near pylons, Karnak, Egypt. Date between 1856 and 1860

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Carnac, located in Morbihan, Brittany, France, is a mesmerizing site that boasts an incredible collection of megalithic standing stones. The Menhir Section in Bossenno is a true wonder to behold, with its alignments of these ancient stones stretching across the landscape. One cannot help but be captivated by the Passage Grave Gavrinis in Carnac. This burial chamber holds secrets from centuries past and offers a glimpse into the rich history of this region in Europe. The Menhirs stand tall and proud, their presence evoking a sense of awe and mystery. These imposing monoliths have stood here for thousands of years, silently witnessing the passage of time. Another impressive sight is the Alignments de Kerlescan in Carnac. These carefully arranged rows of standing stones create an enchanting atmosphere that transports visitors back to ancient times. The Stones are not limited to just physical form; they have been immortalized through engravings and photographs throughout history. From depictions during The Prince of Wales' visit to Egypt to illustrations showcasing ruins or megalithic avenues at Carnac, these images serve as testaments to the enduring fascination with this extraordinary place. Excavations at they have revealed glimpses into a buried city beneath our feet. Through engravings and black-and-white photos capturing these discoveries, we can marvel at how civilizations once thrived on this very spot. The stone monuments scattered across Carnac tell tales untold - stories lost within their weathered surfaces yet waiting patiently for us to uncover them. In both color photos and black-and-white snapshots alike, they continue to inspire curiosity about our ancestors' lives and beliefs. Carnac's allure extends beyond its own borders; even ruins like those found at Kom Ombo Temple in Egypt draw parallels with this Breton treasure trove. It serves as a reminder that ancient cultures across the globe share a common fascination with monumental stone structures.