Prehistoric Scotland refers to the time before written records, spanning from around 10,000 BC to the arrival of the Romans in AD 79. During this period, early humans lived as hunter-gatherers, relying on the rich natural resources of the land. They created tools from stone and bone, and evidence of their existence can be found in sites like Skara Brae, a well-preserved Neolithic village. As time progressed, communities began to farm and build permanent structures. The construction of monumental sites, such as Stonehenge and the Ring of Brodgar, reflects the social and spiritual lives of these early people. Artifacts like pottery and burial mounds provide insight into their culture and beliefs.