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Orkney, Scotland (September 19, 2019) Despite the dreary weather, Debra and I looked forward to a day of sightseeing in this archipelago off the north coast of Scotland. Our tour guide was local resident Simon Von Tromp. It was a magical day for Debra and me, and part of the magic was a stop to see the Ring of Brodgar.
The Ring of Brodgar, which is part of the "Heart of Neolithic Orkney" World Heritage Site, is a henge (stone circle) that is 4,000 to 5,000 years old. It stands on a narrow plateau with the Loch of Harray on one side and the Loch of Stennes on the other. The 27 megaliths (large standing stones) form a circle that is 340 feet in diameter, the third largest stone circle in the British Isles. Debra and I walked the perimeter of the Ring of Brodgar, as the path that led into ring was closed due to the inclement weather and recent crowds. Still, we were close enough to appreciate the sheer scale of these stones (seven to fifteen feet tall) and their rugged beauty. It was an awe-inspiring experience! |
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