Foundations of ancient buildings that were part of the twelfth century Earl's Bu, mentioned in the Viking Saga.
The Bu was a country house of the Norwegian Earls of Orkney and dates back to the 12th century. It consisted of farm buildings, a mansion and a drinking hall.

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Bear S.

August 16, 2024

Church remains in an old cemetery. Excavations in front of it. Nice, but not a must-have.

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Location: Orphir, Orkney islands, Scotland, United Kingdom

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