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Puffin taken on the Brough of Birsay, Orkney Islands.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089045/900f74b9-a832-43ea-baff-b50b8b73db33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brough of Birsay You can find out about the history of Birsay with a stop at Brough of Birsay. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside. [](https://expedia.ca/Brough-Of-Birsay-Birsay.d6089045.Vacation-Attraction) ![Stromness which includes a beach, a bay or harbour and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635837536698/7e4b5e83-52ba-43c5-9c84-5244fff0480c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bay of Skaill Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bay of Skaill during your travels in Stromness. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums. 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