High Pasture Cave, Archaeological cave in Isle of Skye, Scotland.
Description
High Pasture Cave is a limestone cave system on the Isle of Skye with multiple passages connected through natural rock formations. The cave holds evidence of human activity spanning thousands of years, making it an important archaeological site.
History
The cave was discovered in 1972 by students from the University of London Speleological Society, with systematic archaeological excavations beginning in 2003. Discoveries show that people used this site over multiple millennia.
Culture
Three human remains from the Iron Age period were located in a blocked stairwell, indicating the cave's function for burial ceremonies.
Practical
The cave entrance lies about one kilometer southeast of Torrin village and is reached through a shallow valley. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear and check local conditions before attempting to visit.
Did you know?
Archaeologists uncovered a wooden lyre fragment dating to around 300 BC, making it one of the oldest stringed instruments found in Western Europe. This discovery reveals much about the musical practices of ancient island dwellers.
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