Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
The Hillock - cemetery
The Hillock - cemetery — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
Jerry Evans — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The Hillock - cemetery is a archaeological 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
The Hillock is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. It features a historic cemetery, notable for its burial mounds and the insights it provides into ancient burial practices. The site contributes to the understanding of the region's prehistoric culture.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 59.0861, -2.8105
Sources
- osm: node/8563448338 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Hillock - cemetery?
- The Hillock - cemetery is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom.
- What is The Hillock - cemetery?
- The Hillock - cemetery — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Hillock - cemetery?
- Its coordinates are 59.0861°, -2.8105°.
- Is The Hillock - cemetery free to visit?
- Yes, The Hillock - cemetery is free to enter.