Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Broch of Houlland
Broch of Houlland — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Broch of Houlland 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
The Broch of Houlland is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. This ancient drystone structure is notable for its well-preserved remains, offering insights into Iron Age architecture and habitation. It is a significant example of the broch type, characteristic of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 60.2678, -1.3784
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE2 9LS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: way/1385606498 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Broch of Houlland?
- Broch of Houlland is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE2 9LS).
- What is Broch of Houlland?
- Broch of Houlland — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Broch of Houlland?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE2 9LS.
- Is Broch of Houlland free to visit?
- Yes, Broch of Houlland is free to enter.
- How do I get to Broch of Houlland?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE2 9LS. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.