Foamhenge saviour wanted as day of reckoning for styrofoam Stonehenge approaches

Replica world heritage sites seem to springing up around the world at an ever increasing pace, as globalization stimulates interest in iconic monuments and entrepreneurs seek ways to capitalize on this interest. Witness for example the outlet mall being built in Dubai that is modelled on San Gimignano, a UNESCO-designated town in Italy's Tuscany region.

However, not everyone seems intent on making money from such ventures. A case in point is Mark Cline's "Foamhenge", an exact copy of the megaliths which have stood in a circle at Stonehenge in Wiltshire since prehistoric times. Mr. Cline erected his monument at Natural Bridge in Virginia in 2004, and the site has become a popular tourist attraction.

The original Stonhenge... (photo credit: Ben Schumin)

Sadly, it appears that Foamhenge's days may be numbered. Not only has the styrofoam begun to deteriorate, media are reporting this week that authorities have ordered Mr. Cline to move the monument by July 2016, as the area will be incorporated into the new Natural Bridge State Park.

...And its styrofoam copy (photo credit: Wigulf)

Anyone interested in ancient megaliths take note: Mr. Cline is reportedly looking for someone who would be willing to host the monument for the continued enjoyment of tourists who can't make the trip across the ocean to see the real deal.