Burial mounds & barrows · Scottish Islands
Knowe Of Lairo Chambered Cairn
Knowe Of Lairo Chambered Cairn — a burial mound in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Knowe Of Lairo Chambered Cairn is a burial mound 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
Knowe Of Lairo Chambered Cairn is a burial mound located in the Scottish Islands. This prehistoric structure is notable for its design and historical significance, reflecting the burial practices of the Neolithic era. It is an important archaeological site, contributing to the understanding of ancient Scottish cultures.
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- Coordinates
- 59.1343, -3.0519
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2PT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- osm: way/1502873631 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Knowe Of Lairo Chambered Cairn?
- Knowe Of Lairo Chambered Cairn is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2PT).
- What is Knowe Of Lairo Chambered Cairn?
- Knowe Of Lairo Chambered Cairn — a burial mound in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Knowe Of Lairo Chambered Cairn?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2PT.
- Is Knowe Of Lairo Chambered Cairn free to visit?
- Yes, Knowe Of Lairo Chambered Cairn is free to enter.
- How do I get to Knowe Of Lairo Chambered Cairn?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2PT. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.