A Scot who visited a “site of ancient Druid, pagan worship” has shared photos of the extraordinary trip — including an image that shows a man’s face carved into a rock.
Dunino Den is a truly unique site, and the images show that it remains a sacred place to this day (Image: Brian McLaren)
A Scottish “hidden gem” spot that was once a site of pagan worship has been captured in stunning photographs.
Brian McLaren, from Newburgh in Fife, was visiting the ancient Dunino Den when he stopped to take stunning images of the mysterious site.
Located around five miles south of St Andrews, Dunino Den is found within a wooded area near Dunino Church — which itself dates back to the 13th century. The unique site features large rocks with unusual carvings made into them and a well that is believed to have been used for human sacrifices.
Meanwhile, a fourth echoed: “My request is that when visiting these sites any offering made should be 100% natural. Feathers, stones etc or any Clooties (ribbon, thread, cloth) be 100% biodegradable.
“Too many of these precious sites have been ruined by polyester, plastic etc. Keep our sacred sites sacred.”
The den can be accessed by climbing down stairs that have been there for an untold length of time.
Out of all the stone carvings, the large face is without a doubt the most eye-catching — and most unsettling.