Ring of Brodgar

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The Ring of Brodgar, located near Stromness in Orkney, United Kingdom, is a prehistoric stone circle and henge that dates back to the late Neolithic period. It is one of the largest and best-preserved stone circles in the British Isles, with a diameter of approximately 104 meters (341 feet). The site originally comprised up to 60 standing stones, of which 27 remain today. The Ring of Brodgar is part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney UNESCO World Heritage Site, which also includes the nearby Stones of Stenness, Maeshowe, and the Skara Brae settlement. This ancient monument is thought to have been used for ceremonial or ritual purposes, though its exact function remains a mystery.

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