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Orkney has breath taking scenery with miles of rugged coastline and sea cliffs, it's rolling hills and green isles offer the visitor plenty to see and do during a relaxing holiday. | |
| The Old Man of Hoy and St John's Head are a dramatic sight on the voyage to Orkney via the ferry, MV Hamnavoe which sails close to these cliffs on its journey from Scrabster to Stromness. |  |
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Sunset over Kirkwall Marina. | |
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Orkney's heritage is renowned, follow the Orkneyinga Saga, learn about the Earl's of Orkney and discover some of the amazing monuments and legends that they left behind. Also visit St Magnus Cathedral which was founded in 1137 by Earl Rognvold and discover some of its hidden treasures. | |
| Orkney has more archaeological sites per square mile than any other place in Europe. They include the world famous Skara Brae, Maes Howe and Ring of Brodgar stone circle, all of which are over 4000 years old and many are within easy reach from Kirkwall. |  |
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Orkney's more recent history is also apparent, visit the Scapa Flow visitors centre at Lyness and discover the islands war time past. Orkney's coast is litted with the haunting relics of those dark days and the sunken wrecks of the German Fleet in Scapa Flow attract divers from all over the world. | |
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those with an interest in exploring Orkney's outer islands or
Orkney's wildlife select the link below to go to the next page. |