Long Man of Wilmington

Long Man of Wilmington

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Long Man of Wilmington

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South Downs National Park

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Placering: Long Man, Wealden, East Sussex, South East England, England, Storbritannien

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9. april 2019

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At 235 feet (72 m) tall, the Long Man of Wilmington is said to be the largest representation of a human form in Europe. However, despite its size and enduring fame, the mysterious chalk man has baffled historians for centuries, and there is still no explanation of how or when he was created. Some historians say he is from prehistoric times, others say that he was created by a monk between the 11th and 15th centuries.

Tom Rambler

31. december 2018

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The Long Man, 230 ft long and cut from the chalk downland, is claimed to be the largest representation of a human figure in western Europe and at the same …

David Howells

25. august 2023

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The Long Man of Wilmington cut into the chalk of the South Downs, has baffled archaeologists and historians for hundreds of years.

Many people are convinced that he is prehistoric, …

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The Long Man of Wilmington & the Litlington White Horse loop from Alfriston — South Downs National Park

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Challenge yourself on the Alfriston and Long Man of Wilmington Loop, a difficult hike spanning 9.4 miles (15.2 km) with an elevation gain of 852 feet (260 metres). This route…

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