Bulford Kiwi, White chalk geoglyph on Beacon Hill, Wiltshire, England
The Bulford Kiwi spans 130 meters in height and 140 meters in width, featuring a detailed outline of a kiwi bird carved into the chalky hillside.
New Zealand soldiers created this monument in 1919 while stationed at Sling Camp after World War I, following a period of unrest among troops awaiting return home.
The design was based on a taxidermy kiwi from the Natural History Museum in London, representing the strong connection between New Zealand forces and British soil.
The monument received protected status in 2018 and undergoes regular maintenance by the 249 Gurkha Signal Squadron, which recently transported 100 tons of chalk for restoration.
During World War II, authorities covered the chalk figure with leaf mold to prevent German bombers from using it as a navigation point.
GPS coordinates: 51.19403,-1.71496
Latest update: May 15, 2025 08:45
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