Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands
Crannog
Crannog — archaeological in scotland highlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Crannog is a archaeological located in scotland highlands. A British archaeological site recorded in OpenStreetMap with at least one heritage quality signal (Wikidata link, Wikipedia article or designated operator).
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Place summary
Crannog is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. These ancient, artificial islands were constructed in freshwater lochs and are notable for their historical significance in prehistoric Scotland. The site offers insights into early settlement patterns and water-based living. Visitors can explore the remains and learn about the construction techniques used by early inhabitants.
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- Coordinates
- 57.5136, -4.9336
Sources
- osm: n12840710930 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q56665809 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Crannog?
- Crannog is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Crannog?
- Crannog — archaeological in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Crannog?
- Its coordinates are 57.5136°, -4.9336°.