Archaeological sites · Central Scotland
Colachla, dun site
In or near Skipness.
Colachla, dun site — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Leslie Barrie — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Colachla, dun site is a archaeological located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Colachla is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. It features the remains of a dun, a type of ancient fortified settlement, indicative of early Scottish habitation. The site offers insights into the region's historical landscape and its significance in prehistoric times.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.8647, -5.2702
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA21 2BP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
Sources
- osm: node/12912408810 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Colachla, dun site?
- Colachla, dun site is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode PA21 2BP).
- What is Colachla, dun site?
- Colachla, dun site — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Colachla, dun site?
- The nearest town is Skipness. Drivers can use postcode PA21 2BP.
- Is Colachla, dun site free to visit?
- Yes, Colachla, dun site is free to enter.
- How do I get to Colachla, dun site?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PA21 2BP. It sits within the Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber parliamentary constituency.