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Re: Summer Solstice at Stonehenge 2014
What a terrific experience, Mac! I've been enthralled with Stonehenge since I was a boy. I first saw it about 30 years ago, and while it was smaller than I thought it would be, it truly is a marvel! I'm curious -- can anyone go? Do they limit attendance? The colors, the characters, the celebration of life -- it's just wonderful! Your photos made me feel part of that morning and make we want to be there to enjoy it sometime. Know my luck, though, it would be a rainy day.
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Re: Summer Solstice at Stonehenge 2014
Hi Dr. F. - No limit to the numbers who can attend and very few other restrictions (e.g. no bottles, drugs etc) for the 2 Solstices each year. This year was attended by a massive 37,000 people doubtless due to the excellent weather (the best in the past 8 years). Maria went 2 years ago whilst I was travelling and it poured with rain.... Not good. However, these are now the only times that you can touch the stones since they are normally roped off. The sights this year were just great. A real...
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Re: Summer Solstice at Stonehenge 2014
Its good to see 37,000 people being able to enjoy the day without the need for the "Boys in Blue" taking control. There are many Stone Circles across Europe. Do they have the same draw on the locals I wonder ? Great photos that I think have caught the "flavour" of the day. Thanks !
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Full moon coincides with summer solstice
A rare full moon on the summer solstice happens tonight.
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Thousands Flock to Mildest Winter Solstice at Stonehenge
Mild temperatures attract thousands to Stonehenge for the winter solstice
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January 15, 2016: Stonehenge Summer Solstice
The sign of times soon to come! This was my first summer solstice sunrise at Stonehenge in England and I love the picture because it heralds the warm sunny days that are yet to come (please!) after the dark days of winter. The solstice sun-rises are the only occasions these days when the public are allowed to be within touching distance of the old stones that comprise 'the Henge'.
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Re: January 15, 2016: Stonehenge Summer Solstice
There's definitely something special about seeing those ancient rocks so carefullly arranged. And to be there with a crowd of party-goers must have been a blast, Mac! Another great photo, thanks!
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Re: January 15, 2016: Stonehenge Summer Solstice
Amazing pic. Stonehenge is on our bucket list and this sounds like it would be great time to visit. Thanks for sharing.
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Re: January 15, 2016: Stonehenge Summer Solstice
What an amazing opportunity you had to witness this glorious event! Your photos are so beautiful!!
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Summer Solstice at Stonehenge 2014
Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument in Wiltshire, England. One of the most famous sites in the world, Stonehenge is the remains of a ring of standing stones set within earthworks. It is in the middle of the most dense complex of Neolithic and Bronze...