Burial mounds & barrows · Central Scotland
Cairnbaan Rock Art
In or near Ardrishaig.
Cairnbaan Rock Art — a burial mound in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
James T M Towill — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Cairnbaan Rock Art 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.
Photo gallery
Official information
Cairnbaan Rock Art features prehistoric carvings that are approximately 5,000 years old, located in Kilmartin Glen, Argyll. Visitors can explore a variety of unique markings across three rocky outcrops, accessible via a scenic wooded path.
Place summary
Cairnbaan Rock Art is a burial mound located in the Scottish Highlands. It features prehistoric carvings, making it significant for its archaeological value. The site reflects ancient practices and beliefs, contributing to the understanding of the region's history.
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- Coordinates
- 56.0634, -5.4733
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA31 8BA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- Opening
- Open all year round
- Official site
- www.historicenvironment.scot
Sources
- osm: node/4931691639 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cairnbaan Rock Art?
- Cairnbaan Rock Art is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA31 8BA).
- What is Cairnbaan Rock Art?
- Cairnbaan Rock Art — a burial mound in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cairnbaan Rock Art?
- Drivers can use postcode PA31 8BA.
- Is Cairnbaan Rock Art free to visit?
- Yes, Cairnbaan Rock Art is free to enter.
- How do I get to Cairnbaan Rock Art?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PA31 8BA. It sits within the Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber parliamentary constituency.