June 29th 2024.
In 2019, there was a lot of buzz surrounding the famous Carnac standing stones in France. These ancient stones, also known as "menhir", have been a site of fascination for many years, with their origins dating back to the Neolithic era. However, the stones were recently at the center of a controversy when the mayor of Carnac, Olivier Lepick, granted permission for 39 of them to be removed in order to build a DIY shop.
This decision was met with criticism from the public, with many arguing that these stones hold great historical and cultural value. The mayor defended his actions, claiming that a recent excavation showed that the site had a "low archaeological value" and did not warrant protection. However, this did not sit well with local amateur archaeologist, Christian Obeltz, who accused the authorities of "denaturing" the famous site. His blog post gained international attention and caused a stir.
The Carnac stones were not just any ordinary stones. They were built between 5480 and 5320 BC, making them even older than the iconic Stonehenge. They were also set to be a part of an application for UNESCO World Heritage Status, which was supposed to be submitted last year. Mr. Obeltz expressed his disappointment that such a globally recognized site was being tampered with, and his concerns were shared by many others.
Despite the outcry, the removal of the stones went ahead and the new DIY shop, called "Mr. Bricolage", has already opened in Carnac. The controversy surrounding this decision has caused quite a stir, with many feeling that the mayor's actions do not reflect the true value of the stones. However, Mr. Lepick maintains that there were never 39 stones at the site, and that the preventative excavations carried out in 2015 proved this.
He also emphasized that the site where the stones were located was a commercial area, surrounded by a service station, a supermarket, and a recycling center. In his opinion, the stones did not hold enough archaeological value to justify rejecting the planning permission. He expressed his frustration at the media coverage, stating that it did not accurately portray the reality of the situation on the ground. He even compared it to destroying the Mona Lisa.
In conclusion, the controversial removal of the Carnac standing stones has sparked a debate about the preservation of historical sites and the balance between progress and heritage. While some argue that the stones were not significant enough to be protected, others believe that their removal was a disrespect to the rich history of the region. Only time will tell if this decision will have any long-term consequences on the famous Carnac stones.
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