Unearthing the Neolithic Past: A Journey to Skara Brae from Kirkwall
Our voyage took us to the remote and windswept Orkney Islands, where we docked in Kirkwall—gateway to one of the most remarkable prehistoric landscapes in Europe. From here, we set off to explore Skara Brae, a site that offers an extraordinary glimpse into Neolithic life more than 5,000 years ago.
Stones of Stenness: A Mysterious Monument
Before reaching Skara Brae, we made a brief stop at the Stones of Stenness, one of the oldest known stone circles in the British Isles. Erected around 3100 BC, this ancient ceremonial site originally comprised up to thirteen massive sandstone monoliths, of which four remain standing today. With some stones reaching six meters in height, the scale and age of this site evoke a powerful sense of awe. Archaeologists believe it was part of a larger ritual complex that includes the nearby Ring of Brodgar and the Ness of Brodgar.