Outer Hebrides and Skye
The Outer Hebrides, from the Norse word Harbredey meaning the isles at the edge of the sea, also known as the Western Isles have been inhabited for more than 6000 years. The isles include Harris and Lewis the largest island in Scotland and the third largest in the British Isles.
The Isle of Skye is the largest and most northerly island in the Inner Hebrides. The island's peninsulas radiate out from a mountainous centre dominated by the Cuillin hills.
Read MoreThe Isle of Skye is the largest and most northerly island in the Inner Hebrides. The island's peninsulas radiate out from a mountainous centre dominated by the Cuillin hills.
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The Red Cuillin - Isle of Skye
The Red Cuillin or Hills, a stunning range of granite hills in the heart of the island. A complete contrast from their jagged neighbours - the Black Cuillin - these hills are more rounded and scree covered. From left to right Garbh Bheinn, Bheinn na Caillich, Beinn na Cro reflected in Loch Slapin.
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