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Druids and hippies gathered at stonehenge this morning for the Solstice ceremony
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Druids and hippies gathered at stonehenge this morning for the Solstice ceremony
Druids and hippies gathered at stonehenge this morning for the Solstice ceremony. The druids were allowed to hold their ceremony on the road running past the stone but were not allowed on the monument itself. Hippies were allowed along the road to watch them. June 1986 P004980
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Druids Prayer Praying Summer Solstice
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In this print captured by Mirrorpix, we are transported back to the summer of 1986 at Stonehenge, where an enchanting convergence of druids and hippies took place for the Solstice ceremony. The image beautifully encapsulates the unique blend of spirituality and counterculture that defined this era. As the morning sun bathes the ancient stone circle in a golden glow, we witness a fascinating juxtaposition unfold. While druids were granted permission to conduct their sacred ceremony on the road adjacent to Stonehenge, they were respectfully barred from stepping foot onto its hallowed grounds. Undeterred by this restriction, these devoted individuals stand united in prayer and reverence, channeling their energy towards the monument that has long held mystical significance. Meanwhile, along the roadside, a colorful tapestry of free-spirited hippies gathers to bear witness to this extraordinary event. Drawn by curiosity and a shared love for nature's wonders, they eagerly watch as history unfolds before their eyes. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's eternal quest for connection with something greater than ourselves. It captures both tradition and rebellion coexisting harmoniously – an emblematic snapshot of an era marked by social change and spiritual exploration. Memory Lane Prints invites us to reflect upon our collective past through evocative images like these; moments frozen in time that continue to resonate with meaning even decades later.
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