The Callanish Stones ( Clachan Chalanais in Gaelic, which is still commonly spoken in the Isles) date from the Bronze Age. There is a chambered tomb in the centre. Although we met a pagan who was en route to celebrate the Summer Solstice at the stones , we resisted the urge to dance naked at midnight. Besides, it was cold.
They form a cross shape.
Glimpsed from the motorway in Falkirk, near Edinburgh ( which we skirted this time) are these magnificent sculptures....The Kelpies....mythical Water Horses, occasionally harnessed with a magic bridal for man's purposes, but ultimately the reverse of domesticated. These shots are from the BBC Website as I couldn't get a proper shot from the road, and will give you a notion of the size.
From yet another era is this stone broch on the Isle of Lewis. The brochs had several levels, with spiral stone stairs inside. They are relatively young, from the iron Age - just over 2,000 yrs.
After the humid 33 degree day here in Peterborough yesterday, I am certain I have Hebredian blood and need to live in permanent coolth.
So nice to see that the Callanish stones are not fenced, Kathy.
ReplyDeleteThat would ne dreadful!!! I hear that Stonehenge is like an Amusement Park..good plaxe to avoid.
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