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Neolithic site in Orkney to be reburied after 20 years of excavation

In a few weeks archaeologists will gather at the Ness of Brodgar in Orkney and for the next two months will excavate one of the largest prehistoric sites in Europe. Over the past 20 summers, scientists and volunteers have excavated here, uncovering wonders such as 5,000-year-old temple ruins, hearths, ceramic figurines and exquisite pottery. Then,… Read More »