Visiting Unstan Cairn
Unstan Cairn Visitors Information and Accommodation Guide for visitors to Orkney. Lying about two miles north east of Stromness, on arrival park in front of the house. The key hangs in a box at the back door. The cairn on the edge of the Loch of Stenness contains an excellent example of a communal chambered tomb typical of Stone Age times.
The main chamber is divided by upright slabs into compartments. The pottery found here gave rise to the name Unstan ware which dates from the mid-fourth millennium BC.
Stones of Stenness with its few remaining stones. Ring of Brodgar. - The Bronze Age stone circle stands in an impressive site on a neck of land between the lochs of Stenness and Harray. Of the original 60 stones 27 remain _ upright. Two entrance causeways interrupt the encircling ditch. Once back onto the main road continue only for a short distance. Park beside Tormiston Mill.
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Maes Howe - means great mound a Neolithic chambered cairn 26ft high, 115ft in diameter and is encircled by a ditch it is a outstanding piece of achievement and craftsmanship in a age when the only tools were flint and stone. built prior 2700BC the tomb is of a quality to be a tomb of a chieftain or ruling family SKARA BRAE (Mainland) On the west coast of Mainland. Overlooking the Bay of Skaill, clusters a group of Stone Age dwellings. Long protected by sand, the site is well preserved and provides a vivid picture of life in Neolithic times. Period of occupation. - Most of the knowledge of this best preserved of all Northwest European Neolithic villages comes from the excavations of Professor Childe in 1928-9, and smaller but more detailed excavations in 1972-3. Radiocarbon dating shows the two main periods of settlement belong between about 3100 BC and 2500 BC. The inhabitants and their activities. The first inhabitants grew grain and kept cattle, sheep and pigs and fished in the sea.
Top Attractions In And Around Unstan Cairn
Unstan Cairn is a Neolithic chambered tomb located on the island of Mainland in Orkney, Scotland. It is a well-preserved archaeological site with historical significance. While it may not have as many attractions nearby as some larger sites, the surrounding area offers a mix of natural beauty and additional historical sites. Here are some attractions in and around Unstan Cairn:
Unstan Cairn: Explore the chambered tomb itself, which dates back to around 3,500 BC. The cairn features a central chamber with side cells and a long entrance passage. It's an excellent example of Neolithic tomb construction.
Maeshowe: While not extremely close to Unstan Cairn, Maeshowe is another notable Neolithic site and is worth visiting. It's a large chambered cairn with a well-preserved interior, including Viking graffiti.
Ring of Brodgar: A Neolithic stone circle and henge monument located on the Mainland of Orkney, the Ring of Brodgar is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Heart of Neolithic Orkney."
Skara Brae: An ancient Neolithic village that dates back to around 3180 BC, Skara Brae offers a unique glimpse into prehistoric life. It's also part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Orkney.
Stenness Stones: This megalithic stone circle is situated near the Ring of Brodgar and is another key component of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Orkney.
Barnhouse Village: Located near the Standing Stones of Stenness, Barnhouse Village is a Neolithic settlement that dates back to around 2600 BC.
St. Magnus Cathedral (Kirkwall): While a bit farther away, St. Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall is a magnificent medieval cathedral and a significant historical landmark in Orkney.
Orkney Wireless Museum (Kirkwall): Learn about the history of communication, including wartime communication technologies, at this museum in Kirkwall.
Italian Chapel (Lamb Holm): Although Lamb Holm is a bit of a drive from Unstan Cairn, the Italian Chapel is a fascinating attraction. It was built by Italian prisoners of war during World War II.
When visiting Unstan Cairn, take the opportunity to explore the rich archaeological landscape of Orkney and appreciate the historical and natural wonders that the region has to offer.
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