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Burial mounds & barrows · Scottish Islands

Cairn (beacon stance)

Cairn (beacon stance) — a burial mound in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.

Quholm farmhouse, Shapinsay, Orkney Islands - geograph.org.uk - 533112

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Typical visit
30 min–1 h

About

Cairn (beacon stance) is a burial mound located in scotland-islands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Place summary

The Cairn (beacon stance) is a burial mound located in the Scottish Islands. This site is notable for its historical significance as a prehistoric burial structure, reflecting ancient funerary practices.

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Coordinates
59.0754, -2.8326

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cairn (beacon stance)?
Cairn (beacon stance) is in Scottish Islands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 59.0754°, -2.8326°.