Mystery stone structure under Neolithic dump on Orkney

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Archaeologists have uncovered a mysterious stone structure buried under what they describe as Scotland's "largest Neolithic rubbish dump".

The layout of the stone slabs, known as orthostats, found during a dig at Ness of Brodgar on Orkney is unlike anything previously found on the islands.

Archaeologists are also mystified as to why the structure was covered over by a huge midden.
They have speculated that it could possibly be a chambered tomb.

However, the dig team, which is led by University of the Highlands and Islands Archaeology Institute, said further "hard work" would be needed to properly understand the find.

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Almost 10m (33ft) wide and comprising slabs of up to 4m (13ft) in length, the structure could be the oldest of the buildings under covered so far. It could be 5,000 years old.


http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-north-east-orkney-shetland-37154410

A little dramatic licence saying it was found on the "last day of the dig" but really, really exciting.
I want to go dig there for the next season.

[Judi Lynn]

1. Wow. Amazing discovery. So much to learn ahead. Hope there will be a lot to come. Thanks. n/t