London, England, January 02, 2012
Take a Stonehenge tour and discover just why it continues to fascinate and perplex people from all over the world.
The landmark attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors per annum, and an especially great multitude of visitors gather to view the sunrise at the summer solstice. Theories as to the original function of Stonehenge are constantly being disseminated.
In the twentieth century, both Fred Hoyle and Gerald Hawkins contended that not only did Stonehenge function as an observatory, but it also served to calculate forthcoming astronomical activities (for example, eclipses).
Yet it may very well be von Däniken’s theory about Stonehenge that has caused the most contemporaneous conflict and debate.
Däniken argues that either extraterrestrials, or humans who profited from the assistance of extraterrestrials, built Stonehenge. He then continues by claiming that Stonehenge is a precise representation of our solar system, including the asteroid belt.
You may not be aware that Stonehenge is not the only archaic site in this area. Only 25 miles north of Stonehenge is the stunning Avebury complex, which in fact is a strong contender to be the most formidable of all the remaining antediluvian earthworks in Europe. The Avebury stone circle is much larger than that at Stonehenge – however, the stones are smaller. Yet a great advantage of visiting is that at Avebury you can in fact touch the stones.
Or perhaps stop by at Woodhenge, a circle of wooden posts. While you are in the area it would be wise to pay a visit to captivating Salisbury Cathedral where you will also find the Magna Carta.
Why not combine a visit to Stonehenge with a tour around its surrounding areas, which possess their own fascinating and quirky attractions? A Windsor tour is one of the most enthralling tours you can partake in. Windsor is, beyond a shadow of a doubt, one of the most engaging destinations to discover in the UK. Visit Windsor Castle, the absolute pinnacle of Windsor’s architectural landmarks, a true entrancing treasure.
After all, it is not for nothing that Samuel Pepys affirmed Windsor Castle to be “the most romantique castle that is in the world”. That was in 1666 – yet remains a fact up to this very day. Windsor Castle takes on extraordinary appeal in December in the run up to Christmas.
Stonehenge has bewildered archaeologists and academics alike down the centuries. Become enthralled by its mystical ambience on an extraordinary Stonehenge tour. Ensure you also spend some time delving into some of the intriguing regions that surround Stonehenge, such as quaint and beguiling Windsor.
