 The walls of Dun Dornaigil are generally from six feet to 11 feet around the circumference of the broch, but above the doorway they rise to 22 feet.
The doorway boasts a massive triangular lintel. Though this helps spread the load of the walls, it is not strictly necessary, leading archaeologists to surmise that it was also a statement of the high social status of the inhabitants.
About Dun Dornaigil Broch
Megalithic Portal: Dun Dornaigil Broch
Modern Antiquarian: Dun Dornadilla Broch
Stone Pages: Dun Dornaigil (Dun Dornadilla)
Canmore: Dun Dornaigil
Wikipedia: Dun Dornaigil
Wikipedia: Broch
Journey to Dun Dornaigil Broch
Dun Dornaigil Broch is located next to the Strathmore River south of Ben Hope and immediately adjacent to the minor road that is off the A838 10 miles south of the village of Hope, Highland, Scotland.
Ordnance Survey Map (NC4571545014)
Visitors Information
Visitors information for Dun Dornaigil Broch may be found at the Historic Scotland website. General tourist information may be found at the Mackay Country website.
Additional Photos of Dun Dornaigil Broch
Road Sign for Dun Dornaigil Broch
Approaching Dun Dornaigil Broch
Descriptive Sign at Dun Dornaigil Broch Site
Dun Dornaigil Broch
Entrance to Dun Dornaigil Broch
Side of Dun Dornaigil Broch
Side of Dun Dornaigil Broch
Stonework, Dun Dornaigil Broch
View from Dun Dornaigil Broch
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