Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Ring of Bookan
Ring of Bookan — archaeological in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Ring of Bookan 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
The Ring of Bookan is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. This site features a circular arrangement of standing stones, indicative of prehistoric ceremonial practices. It contributes to the understanding of Neolithic culture in the region. Visitors can observe the stone formations in their stark natural setting, which offers insight into ancient human activity.
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- Coordinates
- 59.0115, -3.2495
Sources
- osm: w680652534 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q1479228 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ring of Bookan?
- Ring of Bookan is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- What is Ring of Bookan?
- Ring of Bookan — archaeological in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Ring of Bookan?
- Its coordinates are 59.0115°, -3.2495°.