The celebration of the summer solstice of Stonehenge can be seen by streaming
Although a halo of uncertainty still surrounds us regarding the coming months, our lives are slowly returning to normality, or to the so-called new normal . This does not mean, for the moment, that it will be possible to go exactly to the place we had in mind, attend events or witness certain events, especially if they take place in other countries of Europe that still do not allow to circulate with total freedom.
That is why the organization English Heritage has announced that it will broadcast live and direct the summer solstice of stonehenge (Wiltshire, England) that will take place on June 21.
This archaeological site dates from the end of the Neolithic
East archaeological site Built at the end of the Neolithic, it received 1.5 million visitors in 2019 and annually hosts one of the most anticipated celebrations of the summer season. We refer to longest day of the year that allows visitors from all over the world to appreciate how the sun rises behind the gigantic stones located 140 kilometers from London.
However, due to the advancement of Covid-19 have announced that it will not be possible to receive the visitors who used to come at this time and instead, they will offer a live broadcast by social networks.
The event will be available from sunset Saturday June 20 until sunrise on Sunday 21. The organizers will indicate the exact hours of the event on their Facebook page.
THE REOPENING OF MONUMENTS IN ENGLAND
Like so many other sites of public interest, stonehenge decided to close its doors in March, but as the de-escalation of infections gains strength in Europe, from the English Heritage , the entity that is responsible for safeguarding and protecting more than 400 historic buildings in England, have planned the reopening of some spaces from June 13, such as Tintagel Castle , Hadrian's Wall and Barnard's Castle.
In turn, from their official website they assure that there will be more openings to beginning of July and they predict that all the places will be working in August.
Visitors will have to adapt to the new regulations and will surely see that the gift shops or cafes they are closed. Instead, outdoor food stalls or stands will be offered to prevent people from crowding into enclosed spaces.
Those interested in discovering stonehenge they must book tickets in advance, thus obtaining a fixed day and time. It is important to note that the number of visitors will be limited to help comply with social distancing measures.
The transmission will begin at sunset and will be on social networks