Cairn Lee

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Cairn Lee is a prehistoric monument in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. [1] Cairn Lee and proximate Longman Hill [2] are the oldest prehistoric features in the local area.

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References

  1. Andy Burnham (ed.). "Cairn Lee". The Megalithic Portal. Retrieved 30 August 2009.
  2. C.Michael Hogan (2008). "Longman Hill". Modern Antiquarian. Retrieved 30 August 2009.

Coordinates: 57°39′18″N2°25′1″W / 57.65500°N 2.41694°W / 57.65500; -2.41694