Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Dun a' Chaolais, Broch
In or near Borve.
Dun a' Chaolais, Broch — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
M J Richardson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Dun a' Chaolais, Broch is a archaeological 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
Dun a' Chaolais is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. This broch, a type of ancient stone tower, represents significant evidence of Iron Age settlement in the region. Its historical importance is underscored by its designation as a Scheduled Ancient Monument.
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- Coordinates
- 56.9415, -7.5463
- District
- Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Postcode
- HS9 5YL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Na h-Eileanan an Iar
Sources
- osm: way/1385800746 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dun a' Chaolais, Broch?
- Dun a' Chaolais, Broch is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode HS9 5YL).
- What is Dun a' Chaolais, Broch?
- Dun a' Chaolais, Broch — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Dun a' Chaolais, Broch?
- Drivers can use postcode HS9 5YL.
- Is Dun a' Chaolais, Broch free to visit?
- Yes, Dun a' Chaolais, Broch is free to enter.
- How do I get to Dun a' Chaolais, Broch?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HS9 5YL. It sits within the Na h-Eileanan an Iar parliamentary constituency.