Solstice at Dawn is a short
factual film that was shot at the 2005 Summer Solstice in the ancient temple
of Avebury in Wiltshire.
Thousands of people attended the
Celebration both here at Avebury and at the more popular Stonehenge.
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| Sunrise over Avebury |
A Fireater performs his ritual |
Mike talks about life |
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Avebury is situated near to the Marlborough
Downs in Wiltshire, England and is believed to be the world's biggest stone
circle, and is one of the most complete prehistoric complexes including
- The West Kennet Avenue, The Outer and two Inner Stone circles, Windmill
Hill, The Sanctuary, West Kennet Long Barrow and Silbury Hill. The Avebury
Circle is thought to have been built before Stonehenge. The Sarsens used
are local unworked stones selected for their shape, some weighing as much
as 40 tons.
The film captures the unique pratices
of pagans, druids and worshippers all wanting to witness the rising of
the new Sun. |
