Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands
Watten Broch
In or near Halkirk.
Watten Broch — archaeological in scotland highlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Watten Broch is a archaeological located in scotland highlands. 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
Watten Broch is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. It features the remains of an ancient broch, a type of drystone tower, which is significant for its historical and architectural value. The site provides insight into the Iron Age and the construction techniques of that era. Visitors can explore the ruins and consider the broader context of brochs in Scottish heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 58.4674, -3.3028
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- KW1 5YL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
Sources
- osm: w1385374580 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q56666089 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Watten Broch?
- Watten Broch is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KW1 5YL).
- What is Watten Broch?
- Watten Broch — archaeological in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Watten Broch?
- Drivers can use postcode KW1 5YL.
- How do I get to Watten Broch?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW1 5YL. It sits within the Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross parliamentary constituency.