October
20
/ 2023
Exploring the enigmatic past of Scotland's ancient settlements is a journey into the depths of history. Duncansby Head lighthouse, perched on the remote northeast tip of the British mainland, stands as a silent sentinel, guarding the secrets of the nearby Orkney Islands. Over 70 islands, a mosaic of ancient life, each with its own story to tell. Inhabited by a population of 22,000, the Mainland of Orkney holds the key to understanding the dawn of the New Stone Age, when settlers arrived over 6,000 years ago. Skara Brae, often dubbed the Scottish Pompeii, is a 5,000-year-old settlement, revealing a snapshot of ancient life. Unearthed by the forces of nature in 1850, it unveils houses with a common layout - stone-built
