Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Cist and Saddle Quern
Cist and Saddle Quern — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Nicholas Mutton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Cist and Saddle Quern 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
Cist and Saddle Quern is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. It features a cist, a stone burial chamber, alongside a saddle quern, a type of hand mill used for grinding grain. The site provides insight into ancient burial practices and domestic life in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 59.3525, -2.9515
Sources
- osm: node/8583391465 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cist and Saddle Quern?
- Cist and Saddle Quern is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- What is Cist and Saddle Quern?
- Cist and Saddle Quern — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cist and Saddle Quern?
- Its coordinates are 59.3525°, -2.9515°.
- Is Cist and Saddle Quern free to visit?
- Yes, Cist and Saddle Quern is free to enter.