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This
ancient burial site dates back to Neolithic times of around four
to six thousand years ago.
Our very early ancestors lived and farmed this area of
Kirkcudbrightshire and all that remains to mark
their presence is burial mounds like this and these crudely
fashioned stone monuments. |
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what is a carefully constructed curved facade are two burial
chambers comprising stone cists (chests). |
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The
archaelogists in 1949, who excavating the site for Historic
Scotland, did not find any human remains.
This was not totally unexpected because of the acidity of the
soil. Other artifacts were found in particular
part of an axe made from a stone called Jadite, the source of
which is mainland Europe in the Alps. |
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The
archaelogical evidence has determined that the curved facade was
added after the burial mound was constructed.
The location and the sloping forecourt suggests a site where some
form of religious rites or ceremonies were enacted. |
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view show this postion on a the hill above Kirkdale and
overlooking Wigtown Bay. |
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