Burial mounds & barrows · Scottish Highlands
Cairn Riv
In or near Aberchirder.
Cairn Riv — a burial mound in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Cairn Riv is a burial mound located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Cairn Riv is a burial mound located in the Scottish Highlands. It is notable for its archaeological significance, providing insights into ancient funerary practices. The site contributes to the understanding of the region's prehistoric culture.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 57.5082, -2.5451
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB53 4JB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Gordon and Buchan
Sources
- osm: node/11094341442 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cairn Riv?
- Cairn Riv is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB53 4JB).
- What is Cairn Riv?
- Cairn Riv — a burial mound in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cairn Riv?
- Drivers can use postcode AB53 4JB.
- Is Cairn Riv free to visit?
- Yes, Cairn Riv is free to enter.
- How do I get to Cairn Riv?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode AB53 4JB. It sits within the Gordon and Buchan parliamentary constituency.