Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Burnt Mound (Bigswell) (Prehistoric)
Burnt Mound (Bigswell) (Prehistoric) — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Ian Balcombe — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Burnt Mound (Bigswell) (Prehistoric) 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
Burnt Mound (Bigswell) is a prehistoric archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. This site features a distinctive mound that is believed to have been used for cooking and food preparation in ancient times. Its unique construction and historical significance contribute to its importance within the study of prehistoric life in Scotland.
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- Coordinates
- 58.9760, -3.1647
Sources
- osm: way/1006264972 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Burnt Mound (Bigswell) (Prehistoric)?
- Burnt Mound (Bigswell) (Prehistoric) is in Scottish Islands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 58.9760°, -3.1647°.