Stroll Through Pennsylvania’s Own Stonehenge For A Bit Of Peace And Quiet
Embracing peace and quiet, especially in the many hidden corners of Pennsylvania, is relatively easy. Finding time for that peace and quiet, on the other hand, can pose a steep challenge sometimes. When you do manage to carve out some time for a bit of quiet, plan a visit to Columcille Megalith Park in Pennsylvania, an outdoor sanctuary that draws nearly 5,000 visitors each year.
A private park in Bangor, Columcille Megalith Park provides a tranquil setting for exploration along winding paths and for quiet reflection as you view...
More than 90 stone structures that dot the landscape. Some say the megaliths remind them of England's Stonehenge. However, the inspiration for this unique park comes from...
The Isle of Iona, a miniscule island in Inner Hebrides. It was there, in the 1960s, that inspiration struck William Cohea, when he dreamed of rock formations surrounding him.
Inspired by the beauty of his dream, Cohea returned to the United States, where he set out to make his dream come true. The park started as a lone chapel, to which visitors could escape for...
Explore the park at your own pace - it's open from dawn to dusk daily - but try to keep in mind the purpose of the area is to provide visitors with a place to go when they seek quiet or solitude.
Beautiful wooded paths feature spots for mediation or reflection. Each visitor finds his or her own meaning in the megaliths that hearken back to pre-Celtic times.
Columcille, Inc., a non-profit, preserves the Celtic-inspired sanctuary. To help with the upkeep of the natural wonder, visitors are asked to donate $10 per person for adults and $5 per child.
Have you been to Columcille Megalith Park in Pennsylvania? What did you think? Share your experience in the comments! If you’re a fan of natural and man-made wonders, consider checking out the seven wonders of Pennsylvania.
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Address: Columcille Megalith Park, 2155 Fox Gap Rd, Bangor, PA 18013, USA
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