Orkney Islands, Scotland

The Neolithic site that comprises the Standing Stones of Stennis and the Ring of Brodgar on the hauntingly beautiful Orkney Islands predates Stonehenge and the pyramids. Architectural digs are still carried on in this area, as scientists are still discovering artifacts from thousands of years ago. No wonder this site is known as the “Scottish Pompeii.” The towns of Kirkwall and Stromness are also very picturesque and of historical significance. For more information: VIKING OCEAN CRUISES