Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Broch of Houlland
Broch of Houlland — archaeological in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Broch of Houlland is a archaeological located in scotland islands. A British archaeological site recorded in OpenStreetMap with at least one heritage quality signal (Wikidata link, Wikipedia article or designated operator).
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Place summary
The Broch of Houlland is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. This ancient stone structure dates back to the Iron Age and is characterised by its drystone construction. It provides insight into the lives of the people who inhabited the region during that era. The broch's well-preserved remains make it a significant site for understanding prehistoric settlement in Scotland.
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- Coordinates
- 60.4957, -1.6124
Sources
- osm: w1385840501 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q56293344 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Broch of Houlland?
- Broch of Houlland is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- What is Broch of Houlland?
- Broch of Houlland — archaeological in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Broch of Houlland?
- Its coordinates are 60.4957°, -1.6124°.