Known as the Egypt of the North, the island of Rousay is abundant in archaeological wonders.

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Midhowe Broch cared for by Historic Environment Scotland, is free to visit and well worth the effort to get to.

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Its stunning coastal location gives clear views over to The Broch of Gurness, Evie and out across  Eynhallow Sound.

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The Iron Age broch is in excellent condition  and it is perfectly safe to wander through.

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Inside and out the stone work is amazing.

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Just a short ferry journey from Tingwall it is well worth popping over and spending the day there. Orkney ferries Rousay 

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Reporter: Fiona Grahame

 

 

One response to “Midhowe Broch, Rousay”

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    Charles L. Gallagher

    Fiona, thanks for the tour down memory lane.

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