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Legends surrounding this megalithic tomb range from giants to a dwarf named Trollid.

πŸ“œ Megalithic chambered tomb carved from a massive sandstone block on Hoy, Orkney.
πŸ” Believed to date from around 3000 BC, unique rock-cut tomb in Britain.

Why Go

πŸ—Ώ Unique rock-cut tomb, possibly only one in Britain
πŸ“œ Historic graffiti, including Persian script
✨ Free to visit and open year-round
🏞️ Scenic location in a peatland valley

Why Avoid

claustrophobic Tight fit inside the tomb
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Desolate peatland location

Tips

✍️ Look for historic graffiti, including Persian script from 1850.

Cost

πŸ’° Free to visit.

Hours

πŸ•’ Open year-round.

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