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Arbor Low Stone Circle N070641
Filename: N070641.jpg
Size: 5122 x 3414 (20.5MB)
Date: 9th September 2005
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
Job Title: Staff Photographer
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Arbor Low Stone Circle N070641
ARBOR LOW STONE CIRCLE, Derbyshire. Aerial view of neolithic monument
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Media ID 4503009
© Historic England
Circle Earthwork Henge Neolithic Pre Historic Stone Circle
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1. Title: Arbor Low Stone Circle - A Neolithic Masterpiece in Derbyshire Arbor Low Stone Circle, located in the heart of Derbyshire, England, is a captivating and enigmatic prehistoric monument that invites us to delve into the mysteries of our ancient past. This aerial view, expertly captured by Dave MacLeod for Historic England, offers a unique perspective of this Neolithic marvel. Arbor Low, a henge monument, is believed to date back to around 3,000 BC, making it one of the oldest known monuments of its kind in the United Kingdom. The site consists of a circular earthwork enclosure, 110 meters in diameter, which once held a large wooden structure. At its center, a ring of 36 stones, each standing approximately 1.5 meters tall, creates the stone circle. The purpose of Arbor Low and similar monuments remains a subject of ongoing debate among archaeologists. Some believe they were used for religious or spiritual rituals, while others suggest they may have served as astronomical observatories or even as markers for ancient trade routes. Despite the passage of millennia, Arbor Low continues to captivate and inspire visitors with its haunting beauty and the sense of connection it offers to our distant ancestors. This aerial photograph, with its sweeping perspective, offers a breathtaking glimpse into the past, inviting us to ponder the lives of those who built this monument over 5,000 years ago. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the enduring power of human ingenuity and the deep connection we share with the natural world. Arbor Low, a testament to our past, stands as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that continues to shape our world today.
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