Stonehenge

In the middle of Europe, in England, there is a huge stone structure known to the whole world as Stonehenge. This ancient architectural monument was erected at more than one stage for 1600 years, between about 3500 – 1100 BC. Stonehenge, translated from the Old English language, means « suspended stones ». The purpose of this mysterious structure, until our time, is unknown.

Stonehenge, which was erected first of all, was a ring-headed rova, which had two halls, according to assumptions, a cemetery could be located here. In a circle, placed, slightly more than 50 small « Obri lap », which were named after their first researcher. There was also a huge calcaneus, which had a seven-meter height. In subsequent stages, earthen alleys were erected, as well as rings of numerous stone blocks that had a blue color. Now Stonehenge is presented to tourists as a structure that includes 82 megalites weighing 5 tons, each, as well as exactly 30 stone blocks of twenty-five tons and 5 huge stones that weigh, approximately, 50 tons. Large stone blocks folded in a certain order are arches that in the past served as a pointer to the sides of the world.

In a detailed study of Stonehenge, it turned out that the stones that went to the structures of this building were delivered from about 300 kilometers, where the quarry was located. Incredible efforts were required to move these tremendous materials for the oldest structure. But why did the ancient people spend so much time and effort, there is no exact answer to this question. Various studies of this area suggest that the creators of Stonehenge knew the exact sciences, as well as geology, astronomy and architecture, well.

At a time when scientists are breaking their heads about the origin of Stonehenge, many legends roam among people about this unusual area. They claim that these rockers-stones have healing power, and a wizard named Merlin brought them here from Ireland. A separate legend exists about the calcaneus stone, which seems to belong to the heel of a monk that was hiding among the stones from the devil.

Nowadays, Stonehenge is very famous among tourists, and its mystery gives it even greater popularity. Having visited England, you should definitely visit this amazing attraction and take some pictures against such an unusual background.