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Was Stonehenge Built as an Early Type of Calendar by the Druids?

Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument of huge rocks aligned in a circular manner, has baffled scientists for centuries. Located near Amesbury, Wiltshire, South England, UK (80 Miles West of London), this World Heritage site was constructed in three major phases within the Middle-late Neolithic period (2950-2900 BC). Its origin is quite controversial. Believers say it was ...

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The Material Girl – Fun Madonna Facts!

Madonna Louise Ciccone was born in Bay City, Michigan on August 16, 1958. She is most famous for being the independent singer who often reinvents her look, style, and music. She doesn’t seem afraid to just go for it, and I think that is part of her massive success. When you think of her you ...

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Visiting Stonehenge for the First Time

Stonehenge, my first visit- As I stand in awe looking up at the massive pillars of solid grey stone several times larger than I’d expected, I realize I am lilliputian. As I listen to my hand held audio tour, I visualize this wondrous place instantly brought back to life. I am transported to another era ...

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Mysterious Places: The Chalk Figures of England

England is a land offering a great deal of mystery. With it’s stone monuments such as Stonehenge and Avebury to the magical stories of King Arthur and Excalibur, England offers us a chance to really use our imagination. One of Englands more unknown enigmas, are the chalk carvings that are scattered across the countryside. These ...

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Top 10 Must-See Sites in England

For those who have never visited England before, they would be forgiven for thinking that England is a land where it rains all the time and where the people are obsessed with dogs and gardening. England has far more to offer tourists and residents alike. The following 10 suggestions are sites that will be of ...