The interior of the chambered tomb of Unstan on Orkney Mainland.
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3000 x 1993 px | 25.4 x 16.9 cm | 10 x 6.6 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
30 June 2013Location:
Unstan Chambered Cairn, Mainland, OrkneyMore information:
Unstan Chambered Cairn probably dates from 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.