Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Burnt Mounds (Prehistoric site of)
Burnt Mounds (Prehistoric site of) — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
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- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Burnt Mounds (Prehistoric site of) 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 Mounds is a prehistoric archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. These mounds are formed from the remains of ancient cooking practices, where stones were heated and then used to warm water in wooden troughs. The site provides insight into the early inhabitants' methods of food preparation and social activity.
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- Coordinates
- 59.2367, -2.8785
Sources
- osm: node/8669436275 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Burnt Mounds (Prehistoric site of)?
- Burnt Mounds (Prehistoric site of) is in Scottish Islands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 59.2367°, -2.8785°.