Burial mounds & barrows · Scottish Islands
Knowe of Rowiegar - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic), Souterrain (Prehistoric)
Knowe of Rowiegar - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic), Souterrain (Prehistoric) — a burial mound in Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Knowe of Rowiegar - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic), Souterrain (Prehistoric) is a burial mound located in Scottish 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 Rowiegar is a Neolithic chambered cairn located in the Scottish Islands. This burial mound features a souterrain, indicative of prehistoric burial practices. The site exemplifies the region's ancient architectural heritage.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 59.1502, -3.0971
Sources
- osm: node/8827394934 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Knowe of Rowiegar - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic), Souterrain (Prehistoric)?
- Knowe of Rowiegar - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic), Souterrain (Prehistoric) is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- What is Knowe of Rowiegar - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic), Souterrain (Prehistoric)?
- Knowe of Rowiegar - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic), Souterrain (Prehistoric) — a burial mound in Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Knowe of Rowiegar - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic), Souterrain (Prehistoric)?
- Its coordinates are 59.1502°, -3.0971°.
- Is Knowe of Rowiegar - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic), Souterrain (Prehistoric) free to visit?
- Yes, Knowe of Rowiegar - Chambered Cairn (Neolithic), Souterrain (Prehistoric) is free to enter.