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Orkney
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Close to the northern tip of Scotland, Orkney boasts not only beautiful landscapes but also a rich prehistoric heritage (cairns, burial mounds, and various remains) that has earned it UNESCO status.
Overview of Orkney
Close to the northern tip of Scotland, Orkney (or Orkney) boasts not only beautiful landscapes but also a rich prehistoric heritage (cairns, burial mounds, and various remains) that has earned it UNESCO status.
Key facts
- Type of place: archipelago.
- Tourist interest: (recommended).
- Location: beyond the "northern tip" of Scotland.
- Local time:
- Main islands: Mainland, Hoy, Rousay...
- Population: 21,349 inhabitants (2012).
- Area: 990 km²
- Highest point: Ward Hill (481 m) on Hoy.
- Coastline:
- Website: https://www.visitorkney.com