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“Take me out to the ball game” Independent.co.uk
“Great escapes: Orkney 1 - Potted prehistory” Practical Caravan
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
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This is the largest Neolithic standing stone circle in Scotland, which is more than 340 feet in diameter consisting of 25 stones, the largest of which...... more » This is the largest Neolithic standing stone circle in Scotland, which is more than 340 feet in diameter consisting of 25 stones, the largest of which is 15 feet in height. « less
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Attraction type: Historic site, Mysterious site, Ancient ruins
Activities: Walking

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“A fascinating and magical place”
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5 of 5 stars
Marlscat
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
28 Oct 2009
2
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This year we were very lucky to visit the Ring of Brodgar on a sunny August day. I had always wanted to visit here, and at last one of my dreams came true – and I was not disappointed. It was truly fascinating, made that little bit more special because the sun shone!! With the sun shining, the heather blooming... more

“Mystical Brodgar”
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5 of 5 stars
sjalberts
bay area california
11 Jul 2007
2
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The ring of Brodgar is an amazing structure and well worth a visit if you've made it to Orkney! The purple hues of the wild heather stand in contrast to the soft green landscapes. The sky seems to go on forever in this place. It is very peaceful and curious. more

“A journey back in time.”
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5 of 5 stars
AdmiralJeff
Shoreacres, Texas
27 Sep 2006
3
people found this review helpful

Entering the RIng of Brodgar was like taking a step back in time. The rugged stone henge and its contrast with the harsh coastal environs of Orkney convey a sense of timelessness. It is astounding that such a structure was built so long ago. Given that it is older than the Pyramids, it makes you realize that man was creating... more

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