Castle Bloody, Prehistoric chambered cairn in Shapinsay, Scotland.
The circular mound measures 13 meters in diameter and rises 1.2 meters above ground, featuring stone passages and chambers beneath its turf surface.
Archaeological research from 1984 reveals a rectangular chamber built with large flat slabs, containing two passages leading to the southeast and north ends.
The monument stands as a testament to ancient burial practices in Northern Scotland, reflecting construction methods from either Neolithic or Bronze Age periods.
Located at coordinates 59.0324445, -2.8102738 in the southeastern part of Shapinsay, the site remains accessible for research and educational purposes.
Geophysical scans conducted in May 2023 continue to reveal new information about this archaeological structure, which remains visible from both land and sea.
Location: Orkney Islands
Location: Shapinsay
GPS coordinates: 59.03244,-2.81027
Latest update: March 6, 2025 00:56
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