Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Hawks Ness Broch
In or near Lerwick.
Hawks Ness Broch — archaeological in scotland islands.
Mike Pennington — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Hawks Ness Broch is a archaeological located in scotland islands. 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
Hawks Ness Broch is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. It features a well-preserved example of a broch, a type of Iron Age drystone tower. Brochs are notable for their sophisticated construction techniques and historical significance in understanding ancient Scottish society. The site offers insight into the architectural practices of the era and the lifestyle of its inhabitants.
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- Coordinates
- 60.2222, -1.1694
Sources
- osm: w1356418691 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q56666565 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hawks Ness Broch?
- Hawks Ness Broch is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- What is Hawks Ness Broch?
- Hawks Ness Broch — archaeological in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Hawks Ness Broch?
- Its coordinates are 60.2222°, -1.1694°.