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Stonehenge J870239
STONEHENGE, Wiltshire. Mid-summer sunset. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 466441
Filename: J870239.jpg
Size: 3761 x 4646 (11.3MB)
Date: 1st June 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Source: English Heritage Images
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Bask in the enchanting allure of Stonehenge as the sun sets on a mid-summer evening. This evocative photograph, captured by Historic England Photo Library, immortalizes the prehistoric monument bathed in hues of orange and red, as the last rays of sunlight cast long shadows over the ancient stones. Located in the English county of Wiltshire, Stonehenge is a Neolithic and Bronze Age wonder, believed to have been constructed between 3000 BC and 2000 BC. The monument is an enigma of the Stone Age, a testament to the ingenuity and perseverance of our ancestors. The circular arrangement of the massive stones, each weighing up to 50 tons, is a sight to behold, particularly during the changing seasons. The solstices and equinoxes, when the sun aligns with specific stones, have long held significance for ancient cultures, making Stonehenge a sacred site for thousands of years. As the sun sinks below the horizon, the sky transforms into a canvas of vibrant colors, reflecting off the stones' weathered surfaces. The atmosphere is thick with history and mystery, transporting us back in time to an era long forgotten. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Stonehenge continues to captivate and inspire visitors from all corners of the globe. This photograph, with its dark, atmospheric tones and silhouetted stones, is a poignant reminder of the enduring allure of this prehistoric enigma.
