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STONEHENGE, Wiltshire. A floodlit view of Stonehenge. Late evening / dusk. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 715810
Filename: N071215.jpg
Size: 7216 x 5412 (20.2MB)
Date: 15th 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 D Usk Dark Dramatic Enclosure Flood Lit Henge Neolithic Pre Historic Stone Age Stone Circle World Heritage Site
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In this evocative photograph by James O. Davies, Stonehenge stands proudly against the backdrop of a darkening sky, bathed in the soft glow of floodlights. Located in Wiltshire, England, this prehistoric monument is a testament to the ingenuity and mystery of ancient civilizations. Dating back to the Neolithic and Bronze Ages, Stonehenge is a henge monument and stone circle, believed to have been constructed around 3000 BC. The monument consists of a circular enclosure, surrounded by a ditch and bank, with a horseshoe-shaped arrangement of massive stones at its center. The exact purpose of Stonehenge remains a subject of ongoing debate among archaeologists and historians. Some believe it may have served as a burial ground, a religious site, or an astronomical observatory. As the sun sets and twilight descends, the atmosphere at Stonehenge becomes particularly magical. The floodlights illuminate the stones, casting long shadows and creating a sense of otherworldliness. The dark, dramatic sky, filled with stars and the occasional cloud, adds to the sense of mystery and wonder. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986, Stonehenge continues to captivate visitors from around the world. It is a reminder of our shared human history and the incredible achievements of our ancestors. This photograph by James O. Davies beautifully captures the essence of Stonehenge, inviting us to ponder the secrets of the past and the enduring allure of this ancient site.
