Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Brough of Bigging promontory fort
Brough of Bigging promontory fort — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Anne Burgess — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Brough of Bigging promontory fort 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
Brough of Bigging is an archaeological promontory fort located in the Scottish Islands. This site features remnants of ancient structures, indicative of its historical significance in the region. Its strategic coastal position suggests it played a vital role in the area's early settlement patterns.
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- Coordinates
- 59.0215, -3.3621
Sources
- osm: node/12905449914 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Brough of Bigging promontory fort?
- Brough of Bigging promontory fort is in Scottish Islands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 59.0215°, -3.3621°.