Bryn Cader Faner is a Bronze Age burial cairn located in North Wales. The site dates back to around 2000 BC. It is one of the most well-preserved examples of prehistoric funerary architecture in Wales. The cairn stands on a small hill in Snowdonia, offering a panoramic view of the surrounding area.Structure and DesignBryn Cader…
Cairns
are piles of stones used as markers for burial sites. They were often used in ancient times to signify graves, and they can still be found in places like Scotland and Ireland.
Carrowkeel Megalithic Cemetery
Carrowkeel Megalithic Cemetery is a prehistoric site located in County Sligo, Ireland. It is one of the oldest and most important passage tomb cemeteries in Ireland. The cemetery consists of fourteen passage tombs built between 3400 and 3100 BC, during the Neolithic period. This site forms part of the wider Bricklieve Mountains complex, which includes…
Taversöe Tuick
Taversöe Tuick Chambered Cairn: A Double-Chambered MysteryThe Taversöe Tuick Chambered Cairn is a remarkable archaeological site nestled on the Orkney island of Rousay. Dating back around 4,000 years to the Neolithic period, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the burial customs and architectural skills of this ancient culture.Uncovering the PastDiscovered in 1898 by Lieutenant-General Traill…
Blackhammer Cairn
Introduction to Blackhammer Chambered CairnBlackhammer Chambered Cairn is a Neolithic tomb on the island of Rousay, Orkney, Scotland. Constructed around 3000 BC, it belongs to the Orkney–Cromarty chambered cairns. These cairns feature stalled burial compartments. Historic Environment Scotland designated the site as a scheduled monument in 1994.Location and SettingThe monument sits near the base of…
Cairnpapple Hill
Overview of Cairnpapple HillCairnpapple Hill stands prominently in central lowland Scotland, offering panoramic views from coast to coast. Historically, it served as a significant ritual site for approximately 4000 years. Its importance once rivaled that of the more famous Standing Stones of Stenness. The hill reaches an elevation of 312 meters above sea level and…
Balmoral Cairns
The Balmoral Cairns are a series of stone monuments located in Scotland. They stand on the Balmoral Estate, a private property owned by the British royal family. These cairns were erected to commemorate various members of the royal family and significant events in their lives. The tradition of cairn-building at Balmoral began with Queen Victoria and has continued with subsequent generations. Each cairn has its own history and significance, contributing to the estate’s cultural landscape.