The largest circular terrace depression at Moray, viewed from the rim looking down into the centre. The perfectly concentric rings step down in uniform inc
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The largest circular terrace depression at Moray, viewed from the rim looking down into the centre. The perfectly concentric rings step down in uniform increments, each level representing a different altitude and temperature zone. The engineering precision of the circular walls and the integrated drainage system prevented waterlogging despite the depth of the depression.
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