Sitting right above the British Mainland, you will find the Orkney Islands. There are about 70 islands that make up the archipelago, with about 20 of them being inhabited. They have an incredible history, with evidence being found of humans settling there as far back as 3500BC. There are Neolithic ruins on the island so well preserved that it has given scientists and researchers a fantastic glimpse into life back then, making the islands a site of great archaeological importance. The islands have been inhabited by the Vikings, the Norwegians, and the Scots, making the islands full of rich heritage from so many different cultures.
You could spend weeks on the islands and still find new places to discover, new sights to see, and plenty of friendly people to meet, but we though we would provide you a handy list of 10 of the best places to visit on Orkney.
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