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Filename: N070124.jpg

Size: 4864 x 3648 (11.9MB)

Date: 3rd March 2007

Source: Historic England

Credit: Historic England Photo Library

Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5

Source: English Heritage Images

Job Title: Photographer

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Silbury Hill N070124

SILBURY HILL, Avebury, Wiltshire. View taken from the information board to the west

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Cloud Earthwork Field Neolithic Pre Historic Rural Stone Age


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EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: Silbury Hill, Avebury, Wiltshire Silbury Hill, an enigmatic and awe-inspiring Neolithic monument, stands proudly amidst the rolling hills of Wiltshire, England. This evocative photograph by Ian Leonard, captured from the information board to the west, invites us to step back in time and explore the mysteries of this prehistoric earthwork. The expansive, verdant field stretches out before us, dotted with wildflowers and grazing livestock, creating a serene and idyllic scene. The sky above is a canvas of ever-changing clouds, their ephemeral forms adding a sense of impermanence to the enduring presence of Silbury Hill. Silbury Hill, a prehistoric mound, is one of the most significant Neolithic monuments in Europe. Estimated to be around 4,500 years old, it is believed to have been constructed during the Late Neolithic or Early Bronze Age. The monument, which measures approximately 130 feet high and 1,000 feet in circumference, was built using around 180,000 tonnes of chalk and earth. The purpose of Silbury Hill remains a subject of much debate among archaeologists and historians. Some believe it to be a burial mound, while others propose it may have served as a religious or ceremonial site. Regardless of its exact function, the monument is a testament to the ingenuity, creativity, and spirituality of our ancient ancestors. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the rich history that lies hidden beneath the surface of the land, waiting to be discovered and appreciated. The photograph serves as an invitation to explore the past, to learn from it, and to cherish the enduring legacy of our prehistoric ancestors.

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