Papa Westray



Holm of Papa Westray Chambered Cairn
Knap of Howar

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Holm of Papa Westray Chambered Cairn

A massive tomb with a long, narrow chamber divided into three, with 14 beehive cells opening into the walls. There are engravings on the walls. Access to chamber....




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Knap of Howar

Probably the oldest standing stone houses in north-west Europe, dating from the early Neolithic period. Two houses, approximately rectangular, with stone cupboards and stalls. Contemporary with the chambered tombs of Orkney.
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