Cerne Abbas Giant, Hill figure near Cerne Abbas, England
The chalk outline represents a 55-meter-tall nude male figure holding a raised club on the western slope of Giant Hill.
The earliest written record of the figure dates from 1694, mentioning maintenance expenses for preserving the white chalk outline against weathering.
The figure draws visitors who study its possible connections to ancient deities, with theories linking it to Hercules or Celtic gods.
The National Trust maintains the monument by replacing chalk and removing vegetation every decade to preserve its white appearance against the grass.
Local traditions suggest that sleeping near the figure increases fertility, leading many couples to visit the site throughout centuries.
Location: Cerne Abbas
Made from material: chalk
Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/cerne-giant
GPS coordinates: 50.81370,-2.47474
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:08
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