The Clava Cairns are about 4,000 years old and were built to house the dead. The cemetery remained a sacred place in the landscape for millennia, and provides many clues to the beliefs of Bronze Age society.
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They are circular structures of stones piled up to bury the dead. |
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The outer layer stones are larger than the inner layer. |
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There seems to be some significance in relation to the sun's rays. |
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peaceful shade trees |
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We see a lot of sheep so cows are nice scenery! |
Back in the car...
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Beautiful scenery |
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We caught up with the motor cyclists at an overloop rest stop. |
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