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Stonehenge N071258
STONEHENGE, Wiltshire. View of the stone circle at early dawn. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 1064169
Filename: N071258.jpg
Size: 6542 x 2753 (10.0MB)
Date: 16th November 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Staff Photographer
Archaeology Atmospheric Bronze Age Circle Cold Dark Dawn Enclosure Henge Mist Pre Historic Stone Age Stone Circle World Heritage Site
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Bask in the ethereal beauty of Stonehenge as the first light of dawn breaks through the dense mist in this photograph by James O. Davies. Located in the English county of Wiltshire, Stonehenge is one of the most famous prehistoric monuments in the world, dating back to the Neolithic and Bronze Ages. This hauntingly beautiful image invites us to ponder the mysteries of this enigmatic stone circle, which has long captivated the human imagination. The ancient stones, shrouded in the early morning mist, seem to rise up from the earth, their silent voices echoing the whispers of the past. The atmosphere is both dark and atmospheric, with the cold, crisp air of the prehistoric site contrasting sharply with the warm hues of the dawn sky. The enigmatic stones, bathed in the soft glow of the rising sun, appear as if they are reaching out to touch the heavens, a testament to the deep connection between the ancient people who built them and the natural world around them. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Stonehenge continues to draw visitors from around the world, who come to marvel at this architectural and cultural marvel. This photograph captures the essence of Stonehenge, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the enduring power of the human spirit to create something truly awe-inspiring.
