We did an excursion on the tree bare, windswept, Orkneys to see some striking neolithic sites. Sadly the excursion doesn't stop any more at the Stones of Stenness, but we did stop at the Ring of Brodgar which is an impressive circle of eroding limestone pillars. What the place was for has faded into supposition and legend, but perhaps that taint of mystery adds a spiritual dimension to the speechless rocks, some of which have fallen asleep. The constant supply of visitors made taking pictures difficult!