Broch of West Burrafirth, Iron Age broch on Holm of Hebrista islet, Shetland Islands, Scotland.
The stone structure stands on a rocky islet in West Burra Firth, featuring four internal mural cells and two guard chambers near the entrance passage.
The site received its Norse name Borgarfjörð in 1299, referring to the defensive position that provided shelter for Þorbjörn and his followers.
The broch represents typical Iron Age architecture of northern Scotland, with characteristic drystone walls and internal passages connecting separate chambers.
Visitors can reach the archaeological site exclusively by boat or during low tide periods when the water level permits land access.
Two of the four remaining mural cells display an unusual dumb-bell configuration with narrow passages connecting their separate sections.
GPS coordinates: 60.29822,-1.53828
Latest update: March 16, 2025 03:02
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