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Cairn Holy 1

Open to visitorsa Historic Environment Scotland site — many are free to wander; staffed ones charge and keep set hours

Standing remainssubstantial fabric survives to stand in front of

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Cairn Holy 1 is one of 13 chambered tombs the Albion Guide charts in Dumfries and Galloway. The site is in the care of Historic Environment Scotland. Nearby chambered tombs include Cairn Holy 2 and Standing Stones of Newton.

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