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Knap of Howar, Orkney

Knap of Howar is a prehistoric monument on Papa Westray, Orkney. It is within the council area of Orkney Islands.
Historic Environment Scotland Scheduled Monument SM90195.

Primary Name(s): Knap of Howar
Place Type: Prehistoric Monument
Historic County: Orkney
Island: Papa Westray
Lat, Long: 59.349448,-2.9105721
Grid Reference: HY 4831 5181
Civil Parish: Papa Westray CP
Council Area: Orkney Islands CA
Police Area: Scotland (Highlands and Islands) PA
Devolved Legislature: Scottish Parliament
GBPN ID:  GBPN302780

 GBPN URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Knap_of_Howar,_Orkney_302780
 Wikidata: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1776885