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The Great Britain Guide

Burial mounds & barrows · Scottish Highlands

Carn Liath Chambered Cairn

In or near Evanton.

Free admission

Carn Liath Chambered Cairn — a burial mound in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
30 min–1 h
Nearest railway station
Alness · 7.6 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Carn Liath Chambered Cairn 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

Carn Liath Chambered Cairn is a burial mound located in the Scottish Highlands. This prehistoric site is notable for its chambered structure, which reflects the funerary practices of ancient communities in the region.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
57.6667, -4.3663
District
Highland
Postcode
IV16 9XR
Parliamentary constituency
Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
Nearest railway station
Alness7.6 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Carn Liath Chambered Cairn?
Carn Liath Chambered Cairn is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV16 9XR).
What is Carn Liath Chambered Cairn?
Carn Liath Chambered Cairn — a burial mound in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Carn Liath Chambered Cairn?
The nearest railway station is Alness, about 7.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV16 9XR.
Is Carn Liath Chambered Cairn free to visit?
Yes, Carn Liath Chambered Cairn is free to enter.
How do I get to Carn Liath Chambered Cairn?
The nearest railway station is Alness, about 7.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IV16 9XR.