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An unforgettable getaway

The Orkney Islands form an archipelago of about 70 islands of which only 20 are inhabited, they are off the north coast of Scotland. According to archaeological data found they were inhabited some 5,000 years ago, but according to local historians, they were inhabited 8,000 years ago (but this figure is still untested). Located in the North Sea, Nordic culture merged with Scottish and it has a contrast of landscapes, buildings, stories and other legends. Its capital is the largest island, known as Mainland (Kirkwall = Wall Capital Church) that is now attached to the islands of Soth Ronaldsay and Burray.

Other highlights are islands like: Today, Shapinsay, Rousay, Eday, Stronsay, Westray Sanday and North Ronaldsay. On the islands there are numerous prehistoric sites, whales, seals, cliffs, lakes, beaches, Viking buildings and names like Olaf and Magnus. We found a company that has developed to maintain traditional values ​​of ancient times like subsistence. There are also excellent pieces of literature, such as the medieval production "The Orkneyinga Saga". It is a very special place and because of its remote location it has a low number of visitors, this made us feel that we were part of the place. Really when you are there, it seems that time stops still. At least, a corner very different even in Scotland, and an unforgettable getaway.
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