Knowe of Skogar

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Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Knowe of Skogar is one of 47 brochs the Albion Guide charts in Orkney Islands. Oxtro or Oxtra, Boardhouse and Verron are among the brochs within 4.9 km.

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