Islands of Orkney, Scotland. Picturesque view of the Burgh of Birsay, with Birsay Bay in the background.

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Islands of Orkney, Scotland. Picturesque dramatic view of the Brough of Birsay with Birsay Bay, on the north coast of Orkney’s mainland, in the background. Although the settlement was previously occupied by the Picts in the 7th century, the visible Viking settlement foundations date from the 9th century. The site is now managed by Historic Scotland and is open to visitors at specified times.

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Size: 5616px × 3744px
Location: UK, Scotland, Orkney Islands, Mainland, Brough of Birsay
Photo credit: © UK Rural Images Scotland / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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