Orkney Islands

About Orkney Islands:

 

• It is an archipelago consisting of 70 individual islands, of which only 20 are inhabited.
• The Orkney Islands can be found roughly 10 miles off the north coast of Scotland. 
• The islands have been inhabited since prehistoric times and are home to numerous archaeological sites, including Neolithic stone circles, chambered tombs (such as Maeshowe).
• The four monuments that make up the Heart of Neolithic Orkney are unquestionably among the most important Neolithic sites in Western Europe.
• These are the Ring of Brodgar, Stones of Stenness, Maeshowe and Skara Brae.
• Heart of Neolithic Orkney is designated as UNESCO world Heritage site.

 

What is archipelago?

• An archipelago is a term used to describe a group or chain of islands that are closely scattered in a body of water, such as a sea, ocean, lake, or river.
• These islands are typically formed through geological processes such as volcanic activity, tectonic movements, or the accumulation of sediment.

 

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Q1) What is the Neolithic period?

The Neolithic period, also known as the New Stone Age, was a significant period in human history characterized by the transition from a nomadic, hunter-gatherer lifestyle to settled farming communities. It is considered a major milestone in the development of human civilization.

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