Torhouse, Bronze Age stone circle in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland.
The circular formation consists of nineteen granite boulders arranged in a pattern spanning sixty feet in diameter on open grassland.
The stone circle dates back approximately 4000 years to the Bronze Age period when megalithic structures marked significant locations across Scotland.
Local folklore connects the central three aligned stones to King Gauldus, a figure from Scottish mythology mentioned in regional narratives.
The stone circle remains open for visits throughout the year, with nearby walking trails providing access to additional prehistoric monuments.
Three stones in the center of the formation create a straight line formation, different from typical stone circle configurations.
Location: Dumfries and Galloway
GPS coordinates: 54.87750,-4.52264
Latest update: March 8, 2025 11:21
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