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Silbury Hill and Avebury N071892
Filename: N071892.jpg
Size: 4992 x 3328 (9.8MB)
Date: 25th January 2007
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Staff Photographer
© Historic England
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Historic England
Silbury Hill and Avebury N071892
SILBURY HILL, AVEBURY, Wiltshire. Aerial view with the henge and stone circle at Avebury top right
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 1577527
© Historic England
Earthwork Field Landscape Neolithic Pre Historic Rural Stone Age World Heritage Site
EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of Silbury Hill and Avebury, located in Wiltshire, England. The photograph captures an expansive view of this extraordinary World Heritage Site, revealing the intricate details of its neolithic structures against a backdrop of rural charm. At first glance, one's eyes are immediately drawn to Silbury Hill, an ancient earthwork that stands as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance. Rising majestically from the surrounding landscape, it is a remarkable feat of engineering dating back thousands of years. Its sheer size and perfectly symmetrical shape leave viewers in awe as they contemplate the purpose behind its creation. Adjacent to Silbury Hill lies Avebury - a place where history comes alive through stone circles and henges that have stood for millennia. The top right corner of the photo offers a glimpse into this mystical site; an arrangement so meticulously crafted by our ancestors during prehistoric times. As we admire Damian Grady's exceptional photography skills, we cannot help but be transported back in time to an era when these landscapes were bustling with activity. This image serves as a reminder that even today, amidst modernity's rapid pace, there are remnants from our past that continue to captivate us with their enigmatic allure. Silbury Hill and Avebury N071892 is more than just a photograph; it is an invitation to explore our rich heritage and marvel at the wonders left behind by those who came before us.
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