Broch of Gurness, Mainland, Orkney, Scotland
Broch of Gurness, an Iron Age village with broch tower surrounded by ramparts and ditches, built 500-200 BC, Mainland, Orkney, Scotland. The settlement probably held around 14 houses for around 40 families, and is situated overlooking Eynhallow Sound to defend against invaders, along with many other brochs. It was later inhabited by Picts and Vikings. Picture by Manuel Cohen
Picture No
14149819
Media ID
46162459
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8268px x 6011px
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Credit
Photographer
Source
Manuel Cohen
Date
2025
