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Auchnagathle, King Gathelus' Tomb

Cist (period Unassigned)

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Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Auchnagathle, King Gathelus' Tomb as Cist (period Unassigned). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 10m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
Cist tomb, likely dating to the Early Christian or Iron Age period. Its association with the legendary King Gathelus links it to Pictish tradition and folklore, though its historical accuracy remains unverified.

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