Skara Brae
The famous Neolithic village of Skara Brae was occupied from about 3100 to 2600BC. Its well-preserved houses and "street" give an dramatic feeling for life 5,000 years ago.. It was exposed from sand dunes after a big gale in 1850. The Visitor Centre nearby offers interpretation, a cafe and shop.

pottery sherds

Skara Brae

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Skara Brae aerial

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rough sea breaking

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old display board

"The Street"

hut1 fisheye view

hut 1 panoramic

Skara Brae aerial

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Visitor Centre

"The Street"

Visitor Centre