The chambered tomb of Unstan on Orkney Mainland with the Loch of Stenness in the background.
Unstan Chambered Cairn probably dates from the third millennium BC and was in use over a long period of time. It can still be entered through the original entrance where a short passage leads to a drystone walled chamber divided by sandstone slabs; there is also a small side cell. The tomb was excavated in 1884 and found to contain a number of burials and grave goods in the form of distinctive pottery bowls, now known as Unstan ware. The site is in the care of Historic Scotland with open access.
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Location: Unstan Chambered Cairn, Mainland, Orkney
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