Rock shelter and prehistoric occupation site, 500m NNW of Meallabhan.

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History & significance

Rock shelter and prehistoric occupation site, 500m NNW of Meallabhan is a prehistoric shelter located in Ross-shire, Scotland, demonstrating evidence of human occupation during the early periods of Scottish habitation. The site comprises a natural rock formation that provided shelter for prehistoric peoples, situated in the northern Highlands in a landscape characteristic of early settlement patterns in the region. Such rock shelters represent important archaeological evidence for understanding the subsistence strategies and settlement preferences of prehistoric communities in Scotland, particularly regarding their use of natural topographic features. The site's designation by Historic Environment Scotland reflects its significance as a prehistoric occupation locality contributing to the archaeological record of early human activity in the far north of mainland Scotland.

Rock shelter and prehistoric occupation site, 500m NNW of Meallabhan. is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM13796. View the official record →

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