Rubha an Dùnain Passage Grave

Also known as: Rubha an Dunain, Rubh' an Dunain, Rudh' an Dùnain

Rubha an Dùnain or Rubh' an Dùnain is an uninhabited peninsula to the south of the Cuillin hills on the Isle of Skye in Scotland [1]. It contains unique archaeological sites which in 2017 were designated as a historic monument of national importance by Historic Environment Scotland [1]. This headland rises to over 30 metres above sea level [1]. The peninsula contains archaeological sites dating from the Mesolithic period onwards [1]. Its name means "point of the little fort" [1].

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TypeCairn
Period4500 - 3000 BC
CountryScotland
Coordinates57.1611° N, 6.3159° W

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