Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Broch of Toab
Broch of Toab — archaeological in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Broch of Toab 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 Toab 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 walling. The broch is a notable example of the unique architecture found in this region, reflecting the historical significance of the area. Visitors can observe the remnants of this prehistoric edifice, providing insight into the life and culture of its former inhabitants.
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- Coordinates
- 59.8870, -1.3066
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE3 9JJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: w1385592452 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q56667775 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Broch of Toab?
- Broch of Toab is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE3 9JJ).
- What is Broch of Toab?
- Broch of Toab — archaeological in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Broch of Toab?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE3 9JJ.
- How do I get to Broch of Toab?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE3 9JJ. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.