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SearchThe Summer Solstice at Stonehenge ~ June 21st, 2010
Signifying the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, the Summer Solstice inspires thousands of people to flock to the ancient site known simply as Stonehenge. From New Age tribes’ people like druids and Wiccan followers to college kids, history buffs and legions of yearly attendees; Stonehenge attracts all kinds to its scared grounds.
Generally not open to the public, this glorious gathering at Stonehenge is the one night a year that the monument itself is accessible, and even parking is free! Located in the English county of Wiltshire, the area welcomed a record 36,500 people in 2009 that came to witness the sunrise over the prehistoric place.
The importance of Summer Solstice at Stonehenge dates back to its inception (more than 2000 years ago), and its varying stories. While no one knows for certain the reason the megalithic site was constructed, it has always been regarded as a tool that’s aligned with solar and lunar astronomical events but in more modern depictions, many believe the impressive stones to be an astronomical calculator. Whatever the reason, the experience is truly mesmerizing.
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