Site Rating:

Although the featured attractions, sites and landmarks are always chosen by me, I have made a serious effort to differentiate 4 levels:

• (***) This is, for whatever reason, a very personal favourite! Will definitely be on my itinerary! Could possibly be disappointing for someone else though.
• (**)   A major must-see tourist attraction that you can find in many a brochure.
• (*)     Worth seeing and possibly interesting if you happen to be in the vicinity.
• (-)     A hefty dollop of imagination is a must, but it might be interesting if you know the background.

18 - Orkney Islands

• Broch of Gurness / Isle of Mainland ***
• Maeshowe Chambered Cairn / Isle of Mainland ***
• Ring of Brodgar / Isle of Mainland ***
• Skara Brae Prehistoric Village / Isle of Mainland ***
• Tomb of the Eagles / Isle of South Ronaldsay ***

19 - Shetland Islands

• Broch of Mousa / Isle of Mousa ***
• Jarlshof / Isle of Mainland ***

---> Castles

---> Museums

---> Religious Sites

---> Nature

---> Battle Sites

---> Other places to visit

---> Pleasant & Picturesque villages/small towns