[NOTE: This is the First Edition. A more extensive Second Edition is now available.] Step into a world of ancient stone circles, towering dolmens, enigmatic standing stones, and hidden cairns as you explore the rich landscape of Ireland and Scotland's prehistoric and early medieval past. This book serves as a field guide to breathtaking megalithic sites across the Celtic countryside. From the windswept Burren to the misty highlands, uncover the stories etched in stone. Marvel at the engineering genius of the Neolithic farmers who raised portal tombs like Poulnabrone, the spiritual artistry of the carved Shandwick Stone, and the cosmic alignments of the mysterious stone circles of Beaghmore. This travel guide booklet features: Over 50 detailed site descriptions Evocative colored photography Directions, GPS coordinates, and OS Grid References Historical and archaeological insights Pictish Symbols Ideal for either solo backpacking or exploring with a group