Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Backland, Broch
Backland, Broch — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Backland, Broch is a archaeological located in scotland-islands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Backland, Broch is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. This site features a well-preserved broch, a drystone structure typical of Iron Age Scotland, known for its impressive construction and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 58.9215, -2.7306
Sources
- osm: node/12854258741 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Backland, Broch?
- Backland, Broch is in Scottish Islands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 58.9215°, -2.7306°.