Ditches — Spirit of Orkney

Standing stones of Stenness

July 9, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment

Standing stones of Stennes

The imposing neolithic standing stones of Stenness in Orkney are thought to have been erected between 3000 and 2500 BC. Twelve standing stones originally formed the stone circle at Stenness but … [Read more...]

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Broch of Gurness

February 24, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment

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The Broch of Gurness in Orkney is one of the most outstanding surviving examples of an Iron-Age settlement in northern Scotland. Scottish Brochs There are over 500 brochs, all unique to … [Read more...]

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