MARKER CAIRN
A cairn of no great antiquity, erected to mark a particular spot in the landscape, often used as a marker or directional aid in upland areas.
Shepherds Cairn (Non-Preferred)
Classifications
Related Terms
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BOUNDARY CAIRN | A cairn used to indicate the limit of an area or a piece of land. |
MARKER STONE | A post made of stone erected to mark a particular spot in the landscape, but the purpose of which is unknown. |