Archaeological sites · Scottish Islands
Vinquin Broch
Vinquin Broch — a archaeological in scotland-islands, United Kingdom.
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- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Vinquin Broch 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
Vinquin Broch is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Islands. This structure is characteristic of the Iron Age and represents a unique example of a broch, a type of drystone tower found in Scotland. Its historical significance lies in its architectural style and the insights it provides into ancient Scottish society.
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- Coordinates
- 59.1362, -3.1778
Sources
- osm: way/1385469735 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Vinquin Broch?
- Vinquin Broch is in Scottish Islands, in the United Kingdom — coordinates 59.1362°, -3.1778°.