Funzie Girt

Funzie Girt
Ken Craig · CC BY-SA 2.0

Funzie Girt (also known as Finnigirt Dyke) is an ancient wall stretching over 4 km (2.5 mi) north-south across Fetlar in Shetland, Scotland [1]. It once divided the island into two nearly equal sections [1]. Portions have vanished at the southern end, but substantial ruins remain visible across the uninhabited northern landscape, where it forms a conspicuous feature [1]. The wall's original purpose remains unknown, as does its relationship to other contemporary archaeological sites nearby [1]. The structure is woven into local folklore and has inspired several Shetland folk music pieces [1].

TypeWall
Period3000 - 1500 BC
CountryScotland
Coordinates60.6253° N, 0.8691° W

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