I so love the standing stones of Avebury, Wiltshire, UK. They are so magical and awesome. Would love to hear what others have experienced whilst visiting this area? Would love to hear peoples theories on why they feel Avebury was built ?
2006-12-15 23:06:31 · 9 answers · asked by KERRY B 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Yes I have been, thought it was good too, here's some info I found on the matter:
Avebury was built during the Neolithic period and is the largest complex of Stone Circles & Avenues on earth.
Avebury was 'Rediscovered' by John Aubrey in 1648.
He published an account of his frequent visits in his book 'Monumenta Britannica- Templa Druidum.'
In the 1720's the antiquarian William Stukeley mapped all the surviving Avebury stones and left a huge record of
his visits in words and drawings. He published his findings in his book 'Abury, A Temple of the British Druids'.
The site was restored in the 1920's & 30's by Alexander Keiller who's posthumously published book
'Windmill Hill & Avebury Excavations 1925 - 1939' is considered the most complete account of the complex..
Avebury is now a World Heritage Site.
2006-12-15 23:20:22 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Been there done that lived up the road from there (30 minute drive). Dont know why it was built but do know that some of the house have used some of the missing stones in the buildings. They aparently dug holes at the base of the stones lit fires to make the stones split so they could be used easier. or something like that. A long time ago. And did you know the pub at avebury is haunted by a lady that fell into the well (maybe a murder) which is still there inside the pub Have you tried to walk up silbury hill as well? Do it once and you'll never have the energy to to it a second time. Stonehenge been there done it very long time ago and now live up the road from there. (just up the A303 about a 30 minute drive as well)
2006-12-15 23:40:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Been there - Felt peaceful and forgot about the worlds problems! Certainly show the people had great commitment to struggle to build it. Shame that there is a road that goes right through the middle of it...
Loved Silbury Hill (nearby) more than the stone circle - not that it wasn't impressive, but Silbury Hill appears to be on a larger scale, as it is visible from quite a distance and quite simply stands out for miles around as something obviously man-made and awe inspiring.
2006-12-16 00:06:37 · answer #3 · answered by Here there and everywhere 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Avebury stone circle lies on Lay Lines. As these seem to follow significant magnetic deposits, the effect on humans is one of feeling a sense of well being.
It is a marvelous sense of peace and wholeness isn't it ?!
2006-12-15 23:46:52 · answer #4 · answered by Christine H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its free, the kids can get close to the stones and its easy to park. Beautiful to take photos, especially on a nice frosty day.
2006-12-15 23:19:23 · answer #5 · answered by Mazzy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is one place i would like to visit Kerry. I was reading about it on some internet site and its fascinating. I wonder how those stones got there though. I would like to go for summer solstice sometime.
2006-12-15 23:14:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've never heard of them. Do you mean Stonehenge? Remember, most of the people on this forum aren't from the UK.
I think Stonhenge was built by gaelic druids for religious purposes.
The circle you're talking about is probably the same.
2006-12-15 23:13:25 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Never been there but would love to go.
2006-12-15 23:12:26 · answer #8 · answered by Voodoid 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no idea.
2006-12-15 23:36:17 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋