Burroughston Broch, Iron Age fortification on Shapinsay, United Kingdom.
The circular stone structure features walls reaching four meters in thickness, with an external diameter of eighteen meters and internal space of ten meters.
Archaeological excavations conducted in 1862 by George Petrie revealed fragments of deer horns, ox bones, sheep remains, and multiple stone vessels within the structure.
The broch represents advanced Iron Age engineering techniques through its intricate double-wall construction, built-in storage spaces, and integrated defense mechanisms.
Visitors can reach the archaeological site via a 25-minute ferry from Kirkwall to Shapinsay, followed by a drive to the northeastern section of the island.
The structure contains a deep well constructed from dry stone masonry in its upper section and carved directly into the bedrock below.
Location: Orkney Islands
Location: Shapinsay
GPS coordinates: 59.07346,-2.80300
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:55
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