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Mên-an-Tol (Circle Stone)

Cornwall, England

A circle stone within a stone circle. 

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Mên-an-Tol on a clear day. waterborough (Creative Commons)
Mên-an-Tol on a clear day. waterborough (Creative Commons)
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Gate to the tail to Mên-an-Tol. rachaelcosta (Atlas Obscura User)
Mên-an-Tol at ground level Mike H (Atlas Obscura User)
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The circle stone within a stone circle, dating from the Neolithic or Bronze age, is said to be a gateway to health or fertility and guarded by a fairy or “piskie.” Legend has it humans who pass through the stone will be cured of ailments or a woman will be blessed with fertility if she passes through on a full moon. 

The circle is hidden in farmland surrounded by tall grass and beautiful cattle and is found near other ancient sites.

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A gps device will be useful! 50.158605°N 5.604441°W

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