UK - Stonehenge Summer Solstice - A Shaman at Stonehenge

'White Dove', (also known as Steve Chard) is a well-known shaman, seer, healer and artist. Here he attempts to meditate and connect with the energy of the stones at Stonehenge shortly after sunrise on the summer solstice-the longest day of the year. But he was disturbed by the party atmosphere created by the revellers who he believes are desecrating the spiritual nature of this happening. The midsummer sunrise began attracting visitors in 1870s and the site has become a place of pilgrimage for druids and those following pagan beliefs. After years of conflict with revellers English Heritage has allowed visitors full access to the stones for the solstice since 2000. This year, about 24,000 people attended the event, which was closely monitored by police and stewards. (Photo by Gideon Mendel/Corbis via Getty Images)