STONEHENGE

The historically important site of Stonehenge is more than 5,000 years old and continues to flourish since 2500 BCE. At the site you would find large size stones arranged in a circular design. The arrangement is such that you could study the planet movements on the days of winter and summer solstices.

Stonehenge, England is a historically and culturally important site that gives a sneak peek into the lives of citizens of the Neolithic age which flourished several thousand years ago. The engineering of the site is popular for astronomical reasons because you can witness planetary movements at the site on the longest days of earth. On the days of winter and summer solstices, you would trace the rotational movement of the cycles of the earth and moon with the help of the large uprightly standing stones.

You must schedule a visit to the site during the summer and winter solstices. Many historians believe that the site had originally developed as a graveyard and later utilized for other ceremonial and religious reasons. Other than the monument you can visit the Salisbury and Wiltshire museum. An interaction with the genus, who are large life-size puppets, will help you accumulate more knowledge about the evolution of the earth since its origin.

Highlights

• The site of Stonehenge at London is about 5,000 years old and belongs to the Neolithic age of the 2500 BCE
• The construction at the site occurred in different phases with the last being done around 700 BCE. 
• The site was first discovered in the early 17th century by the Duke of Bukingham, accidentally. Later, an archeological excavation of the site was commissioned by King James I.
• Stonehenge is known for the astronomical position of the upright stones which can be used to trace the movement of the sun and other planets.
• The UNESCO World Heritage site of Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument site which continues to puzzle historians even today. 

How To Reach

By Car: If moving from London and travelling upto Stonehenges via car, follow either of the M3 or M4 ( A329) route. Shift to A303 if travelling via M4 route and henceforth the journey is a simple straight drive up to your destination. Parking facility is available at a substantially minimum charge. They then can take up the visitor bus service from the visitor centre which will drop them at the stones in 10 minutes.

 By Bus: A bus towards Stonehenge runs continuously from Salisbury station, you can take a seat in this and enjoy your journey. The station is 12 miles away from the destination. 

By Train: Take a train towards Exeter St. Davids from Waterloo station at the South Western Railway. It will drop you at Salisbury which is the nearest station to the site and less than 9 km away.

Best Time To Visit

The best hours to make a trip around Stonehenge is during the early morning hours or late evening hours. You would experience a sparse crowd during the morning hours, though it would be slightly more crowded in the evening but the beauty of sunset would be worth it.

Other Essential Information

• You are allowed to take your pets alone to the site but their accessibility is limited only to selected areas. 
• Assistance dogs are allowed to roam around the whole site.
•  You can contact Customer Services at any case of any convenience.
• It’s advisable to wear comfortable clothes and footwear as you would be required to take long walks at the site.
•  Keep in mind that you aren’t allowed to leave your dogs or pets inside vehicles in the parking area.