Visit Wiltshire Visitor Guide 2023

Stonehenge Visitor Centre
Unique and
Unforgettable
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Nowhere else in England has such a concentration of
fascinating iconic sites as Wiltshire. For thousands
of years, travellers have been seduced by their
grandeur and magic. They continue to inspire a sense
of wonder in today’s visitors.
Stonehenge and Avebury. Two inimitable stone circles. One
outstanding World Heritage Site. One that also embraces West
Kennet Long Barrow, Silbury Hill and numerous associated sites
across the wider landscape. Together they have a magnetism that
has drawn people to them for thousands of years and celebrations
marking the summer and winter solstices still take place today.
No visit to Wiltshire would be complete without experiencing their
magic for yourself.
Stonehenge, the world’s most famous prehistoric monument,
is the only henged stone circle to feature lintels across some
of its stones. Avebury, though less well known, is the largest
megalithic stone circle in the world, and the only one to have a
village built partly within it. Whilst their origins and meaning have
been lost in the mists of time, together they have a magnetism
that continues to draw people to them after thousands of years.
If you stand on Salisbury Plain at sunrise or sunset, it’s easy to
see why the ancient Britons believed Stonehenge was special.
One of its many unique features is its orientation on the rising
and setting sun, although why it was built in this way remains an
enduring mystery. Stonehenge visitor centre brings its story to
life through outstanding exhibitions showcasing items on loan
from nearby museums, a superb 360° audio-visual stone circle
experience, and replicas of Neolithic houses built from authentic
materials. Understandably it’s a popular place, so entry is by
timed ticket and pre-booking is strongly recommended – you can
do this easily at visitwiltshire.co.uk/shop
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