Ancient Marvels at Stonehenge

We took the free public path that leads a few meters behind the paid path, after the monument had closed, so there were hardly any people. I think it's a very overrated monument. It's neither very old (more or less like the pyramids of Egypt) nor as spectacular compared to other megalithic sites, such as the Antequera Dolmens. It seemed to me like just another tourist attraction, with more worldwide fame thanks to marketing, if we compare it, of course, to the older and, in my opinion, better ones. All the same, if you're in the area, it's worth a visit.

Unfortunately, I consider Stonehenge to be an overrated money-making machine. Tickets are absurdly expensive, and the exhibition is rather repetitive. The circle itself is impressive, but only from a distance, as the path around it runs several dozen meters away. Only in one spot does it get within about 5 meters of the stones. Of course, I understand the prohibition against tourists touching the stones to avoid damaging them, but the path could have been marked out much closer, allowing for a better look at the monument. Furthermore, upon arrival, it turned out that a few dozen meters from the circle, behind a fence, there's a dirt road that can be walked on from the outside without tickets, and the view of Stonehenge isn't much worse than from the official path. Personally, I'd recommend taking binoculars and viewing the circle from the outside, saving a few hundred złoty per person.

There’s actually a fair amount learn here, other than seeing a pile of stones. 😉

Great destination! Enjoyed the open trail and peaceful outdoor atmosphere.

Well organiced and manintaned, enjoyed my time there 🌸