European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - September 07, 1995, Darmstadt, Hesse                                0 r e at b r i t a i n continued from Page 8 boulders topped with Stone lintels is one of the most Well known Sites in England and one of the most eerie. Situated in the Middle of Salisbury Plain this ancient site of worship looms out of the Fields unexpectedly a poignant reminder of a bygone time. Most visitors Are struck by the grandeur and sacred Quality of these stones which create the same feeling of Awe and reverence As a Cathedral. In a thick fog the effect must be truly surreal. The construction and purpose of stonehenge remain a mystery enabling a number of legends to have grown up but most experts agree that the site is 4,000 to 5,000 years old and that some of the stones came from Wales. Stonehenge was probably first used As a worship and burial site and later More stones were Laid out to indicate the main astrological Points. Around 300 b.c., hooded druids came Here and used stonehenge in their Sun worship rites murmuring sacred chants As the Sun Rose Over the Heel Stone a Large Block that stands outside the main Circle. J / _ la _ 7 _ i la ill today s visitor can Only gaze in amazement at these huge rough Hen stones. If the building of Salisbury Cathedral was an impressive feat one can Only wonder at the capability of thei builders of stonehenge who y \ i managed to transport these huge stones from Wales almost 5,000 years ago and form them into a Large closely knit Circle. Richard mover Ley a Frea Lance writer living in Darmstadt Germany it s not possible to walk through stonehenge these Days the site is now blocked off. A Siflin members of the Druid religion have Long considered stonehenge a sacred site. Travellers tips for More. Information write or visit the Salisbury tourist information Centre at fish Row Salisbury Wiltshire or Telephone the Center at 01722/334-956, " the office is open monday to saturday 9 . To 5 . And evenings and sundays during summer. They have a number of free publications including an extensive accommodation guide. This lists hotels inns guest houses bed and breakfast places farmhouses self catering units and Camp Sites. Other sights stonehenge and old Sarum Are English heritage Sites open april to september from 10 . To 6 . And from 10 . To 4 . In october through March. Admission to stonehenge is a rather expensive 2.80 pounds about $4,50and the site can be seen clearly from the Road. One of the most picturesque places in this area is cold Chi in Shaftesbury. To reach the Village drive West along a3 0. To reach the historic town of Winchester drive East along a30 and then take a272. Richard mover Ley w stripes Magazine september 7-13, 1995