Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands
Kilearnan Broch
Kilearnan Broch — archaeological in scotland highlands.
John MacKenzie — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Kildonan · 3.5 km
About
Kilearnan Broch 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
Kilearnan Broch is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. This ancient structure is a type of drystone tower, characteristic of Iron Age settlement in Scotland. Brochs are notable for their thick stone walls and complex internal chambers, providing insight into the architectural practices of the era. The site offers visitors a glimpse into Scotland's prehistoric past and the engineering skills of its early inhabitants.
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- Coordinates
- 58.1454, -3.8336
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- KW8 6HY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
- Nearest railway station
- Kildonan — 3.5 km
Sources
- osm: w1385356016 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q56666710 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Kilearnan Broch?
- Kilearnan Broch is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KW8 6HY).
- What is Kilearnan Broch?
- Kilearnan Broch — archaeological in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Kilearnan Broch?
- The nearest railway station is Kildonan, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode KW8 6HY.
- How do I get to Kilearnan Broch?
- The nearest railway station is Kildonan, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KW8 6HY.