A 5,000-year-old cruciform stone circle on a level path from the visitor centre, with Loch Roag beyond. Good for a quick visit at any time of day, though dawn and dusk carry the most atmosphere.
Neolithic standing stone circle, major heritage site managed with visitor centre; robust and well-known.
Callanish visitor centre car park.
Short level path from visitor centre to the stones.
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