Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands
The Maiden Stone
In or near Daviot.
The Maiden Stone — archaeological in scotland highlands. Operated by Historic Scotland.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Inverurie · 7.7 km
About
The Maiden Stone is a archaeological located in scotland highlands. Operated by Historic Scotland. 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 Maiden Stone is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. This standing stone is notable for its historical significance and is believed to date back to the Neolithic or Bronze Age. The stone stands around 5.5 metres tall and is carved with intricate designs, reflecting the region's ancient cultural heritage. The site provides insight into prehistoric practices and the landscape of early settlements in Scotland.
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- Coordinates
- 57.3120, -2.4934
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB51 5HR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Gordon and Buchan
- Nearest railway station
- Inverurie — 7.7 km
Sources
- osm: w1081880213 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q1885164 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Maiden Stone?
- The Maiden Stone is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB51 5HR).
- What is The Maiden Stone?
- The Maiden Stone — archaeological in scotland highlands. Operated by Historic Scotland.
- How do I get to The Maiden Stone?
- The nearest railway station is Inverurie, about 7.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode AB51 5HR.
- How do I get to The Maiden Stone?
- The nearest railway station is Inverurie, about 7.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode AB51 5HR.