Archaeological sites · Central Scotland
Brisbane Observatory
In or near Skelmorlie.
Brisbane Observatory — archaeological in scotland highlands.
Raibeart MacAoidh — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Largs · 2.8 km
About
Brisbane Observatory is a archaeological located in scotland highlands. British historic ruins recorded in OpenStreetMap. Many such sites are scheduled monuments or listed structures.
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Place summary
Brisbane Observatory is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. It is notable for its historical significance in the study of astronomy and navigation. The site offers insights into the scientific advancements of its time and contributes to the understanding of the region's heritage. Visitors can explore the remnants and learn about the observatory's role in early astronomical research.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8173, -4.8610
- District
- North Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA30 8SL
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Ayrshire and Arran
- Nearest railway station
- Largs — 2.8 km
Sources
- osm: w637721183 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q56561081 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Brisbane Observatory?
- Brisbane Observatory is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA30 8SL).
- What is Brisbane Observatory?
- Brisbane Observatory — archaeological in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Brisbane Observatory?
- The nearest railway station is Largs, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA30 8SL.
- How do I get to Brisbane Observatory?
- The nearest railway station is Largs, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA30 8SL.