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The Sanctuary

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The Sanctuary
The Sanctuary
Marlborough
Wiltshire
SN8 1S

Tel: 0870 333 1181
Fax: 01793 414 926

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About The Sanctuary

Begun in about 3000 BC, the Sanctuary was originally a complex circular arrangement of timber posts, which were later replaced by stones. These components are now indicated by concrete slabs. Its function remains a mystery: possibly it enshrined the dwelling place of some revered person, and certainly huge numbers of human bones were found here, accompanied by food remains suggesting elaborate death rites and ceremonies. Later,West Kennet Avenue was constructed to connect it with newly-built Avebury, reinforcing the status of this enigmatic but clearly very important site.



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