Ancient Cultures

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Originally posted by Nurvingiel
A tunnel under Stonehenge? I don't like the idea, simply because they run the risk of disturbing the henge itself. That alone makes the project too risky IMO. Besides, I've been there, and when you're standing near those awesome stones, you forget about the highway. There's a hedge that shields your view of the parking lot.

It's not just to hide the road - it's also to improve congestion on it. It's an important route to the West Country and it needs to be improved anyway. I don't think the tunnel will go right under Stonehenge itself, though it will be very close:

artist's impression

It's more the surrounding area that's the problem.

Before and after

The whole issue's quite interesting in terms of how you accomodate modern needs and ancient monuments. Obviously we have to protect Stonehenge, but how much should be sacrificed to do it?