Built by Italian POW's during the war, it is now the most visited site in Orkney. Now, no offense, but if I got to choose between a nissen hut chapel or the best known existing Neolithic village--really, there's no choice!!
Neolithic Discovery August 30th 2007 Today I had the chance to revel in my geeky love of anthropology and archeology. You might not know, but I minored in anthropology, and have always had a passion for it. I even wanted to major in it for awhile, but never knew what I would do with the degree. I just love to learn anything about it. So the chance to see a real Neolithic village was a dream come true!!
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Europe » United Kingdom » Scotland » Orkney Islands Great Britain, the dominant industrial and maritime power of the 19th century, played a leading role in developing parliamentary democracy and in advancing literature and science. At its zenith, the British Empire stretched over one-fourth of the ear... ... read more
Kaimi: To Seek
We shall not cease from exploration, And the end of all our exploring, Will be to arrive where we started, And know the place for the first time." -T.S. Elliot
I have a passion for traveling... experiencing new cultures, seeing amazing architecture and landscapes, and trying new food. I also like to learn from observing and listening to the people I meet along the way and hopefully make a few new friends.
2014 - I've been pretty quiet on Travelblog for a while...living in my childhood house, going to grad school and working 2-3 jobs at the same time didn't leave much fun ... full info