pkuipersmunneke, to random Dutch
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Finally, today I hiked around the on , a wicked series of rock formations along a 160 mio year old mountain ridge.

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UndisScot, to Scotland
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The graveyard at Trumpan Church, on the Isle of Skye's Waternish Peninsula, the scene of a bloody clan massacre in May 1578. In the battle that followed the MacLeods are said to have unfurled their famed Fairy Flag. More pics and info: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/skye/trumpanchurch/index.html

sbourne, to roadtrip
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I met a venerable old shore beast today. I told them how much I liked their hair cut. They seemed quite pleased to hear that.

A face view of the shore beast. Their face is a little lopsided, but their imposing chin makes up for it.

alexanderhay, to news
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It's , so time for a PteroNews Dump.

"...A unique species of flying reptile, or , that lived 168-166 million years ago has been discovered on the Isle of ...

"...Scientists were surprised to find a pterosaur from this period - they were thought to mostly live in China.

"...The creature - called Ceoptera - is the second pterosaur found on Skye..."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-68207021

JohnAltringham, to random
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We put a few nuts on a log outside the window this evening, for any pine martens that might be passing through...

The same pine marten, head in full profile.

sbourne, to Lichen
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We visited the Dun Beag broch, an iron age roundhouse fort. Imagine having dry stonewall skills so good that your works still persist thousands of years later!

Detail of the broch wall, painted in white and orange lichens, and showing how the large blocks of stone fit tightly together despite their irregular shapes, with the gaps chinked with smaller bits of stone.

UndisScot, to Scotland
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Inside the outstanding Museum of the Isles at Armadale Castle near Armadale on the Isle of Skye's Sleat Peninsula. Here you can discover the stories of Clan Donald and of the people who lived in the West Highlands through the ages. More pics and info: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/skye/museumoftheisles/index.html

JackTheCat, to random
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One from on the way up.

JackTheCat, to random
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So...hoping Kathleen is the last named storm for a few weeks. ⛺️

Iancylkowski, to uk

My last set of images from our spring 2024 visit to Skye. ugly cry

A mish-mash of images from around the Trotternish peninsula, featuring also the ridiculously clear atmosphere that allowed endless sea views.

Image is a scenic landscape with snow-capped Scottish mountains in the distance across a sea. The mountains have a bluish hue against a slightly cloudy sky. In the foreground, there is a rugged, rocky hillside covered in yellow grasses and brown bracken sloping down towards the water's edge.
The image shows a rocky coastal area with boulders and pools of water reflecting the sky. Large, weathered rocks of varying shades of brown and yellow are strewn about, forming small pools where water has collected. The reflection of the blue sky and clouds can be seen in these small puddles. In the background, there is a vast blue sea, with a faint hint of islands visible on the horizon under a near cloudless sky.
A rugged, mountainous landscape with rocky peaks in the distance against a hazy sky. In the foreground, there is a grassy, undulating terrain with dry, golden vegetation. A series of wooden fence posts stretches across this expanse. There is the hint of ruins of a castle or fort, giving way to the distant mountains.

ScotHomestead, to Scotland
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Niche mastodon announcement 📣 for who drive . The charge point at Roybridge is working for the first time in forever. It is also a lovely evening for a drive to 🤣☔️☔️☔️

Iancylkowski, to Scotland

The small isle of Oronsay, off the coast of Skye in Loch Bracadale.

Conditions were a bit different compared to last time we were here! But the vistas and scenery were no less epic. 👍

The image shows a large, craggy island in the middle of the sea. The island is covered in yellow grass and brown bracken. The loch surrounding the island is a deep blue. The sky is clear with a few wispy clouds. In the far distance are some more cliffs with hints of sea stacks. The scene suggests endless horizons.
The image shows a steep, grassy cliff high above the loch. The cliff is covered in yellow grass, and there are some bare crags. In the middle distance is a brown/yellow island with steep cliffs. The sea is calm, and the horizon is visible in the distance. The sky is almost totally clear and blue with whispy clouds.
The image depicts a rugged coastal seascape. A steep, grassy cliff with patches of grass drops to a rocky shoreline. The sea is visible in the background, with small waves breaking against the rocks. The sky is largely clear. There's a small island in the distance, ringed with cliffs, and covered in yellow grass and brown bracken.

SydPark, to Scotland
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Happy Wednesday 💕

There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow men. True nobility lies in being superior to your former self.
🖊 Ernest Hemingway

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danielscher, to photography
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Iancylkowski, to nature

On our first full day on Skye, we eased ourselves in gently.

We elected for the Scorrybreac circuit at Portree, Skye's main settlement. For a short hike it offers fantastic views down Loch Portree and across the Sound of Raasay. Changing light conditions definitely helped.

This image depicts a dramatic Scottish landscape featuring a dark, brooding sky overhead and a loch (lake) in the foreground. The sunlight is breaking through the clouds, highlighting parts of the rugged hillsides that flank the loch. On the left, the hill is densely covered with auburn-coloured foliage, suggesting it might be late autumn. To the right, the hill rises steeply, its craggy face partly lit by the sun. In the middle distance, beyond the water, more mountainous terrain rolls back under the heavy sky, with patches of sunlight touching the upper slopes. The overall atmosphere is one of serene, wild beauty typical of the Scottish Highlands.
This image features a striking Scottish coastal landscape with a dynamic sky partially obscured by clouds. In the foreground, there is a body of water with a rugged shoreline to the left, composed of dark rocks. The right side shows a prominent, grass-covered cliff with a steep, rocky face that catches the sunlight, giving it a warm, golden hue. This contrast of light and shadow accentuates the cliff's dramatic form. The grass on the cliff and the surrounding land has a winter or early spring look, with patches of yellow and brown against the green, suggesting it's not the height of summer. The water's surface is textured by ripples, reflecting the moody sky above. The overall scene conveys a sense of tranquillity and the raw beauty of the Scottish landscape.
This image depicts a serene coastal scene, possibly in Scotland, with a harbour in the foreground and bright, colourful waterfront houses catching the eye. A small boat moves across the shimmering water, adding a sense of life to the peaceful bay. Industrial buildings at the dock indicate an active maritime community. Rolling hills lead to snow-capped mountains in the distance, with a dynamic sky above suggesting changeable weather. The photo captures the charming interplay between human habitation and the rugged natural landscape, typical of a northern coastal town.

Iancylkowski, to Scotland

An Corran at Staffin, Skye's "Jurassic" coast.

It became famous after the discovery of fossilised footprints. We were more interested in the coastline and cliffs. 👍

The rocks are grey and uneven, with some cracks and fissures visible. There are a few small plants growing out of the cracks. In the background, you can see a glimpse of the blue sea.
A large rock sitting on top of a pile of smaller rocks on a beach. The rocks are all gray and weathered, with some smooth and some rough surfaces. The beach stretches out behind the rocks, and there is water in the distance. The sky is clear and blue.
The image depicts a scenic beach with rocks and mountains in the background. The foreground shows several large, smooth rocks scattered on the sandy beach. The beach stretches out towards the background, where there is a body of blue water. Towering mountains rise up in the far background. The sky is a clear blue.

Iancylkowski, to nature

It's so hard to ignore the Quiraing when you're on Skye.

On our most recent stay on the island, we approached the Quiraing from two sides, seeking different vantage points of this magnificent landscape. 👍

his image unfolds a stunning highland scene bathed in the warm glow of the sun. A solitary, gnarled tree with bare branches stands in the foreground, its twisted form illuminated by a spotlight of sunlight that highlights its intricate silhouette. The tree's stark beauty contrasts with the vibrant, undulating landscape that surrounds it. Beyond the tree, a winding path cuts through the heather-covered hills, inviting the eye to journey through the scene. The path meanders towards a pair of distant peaks, which rise with commanding presence under a vast sky. The sun-kissed peaks and shadowed valleys create a dramatic interplay of light and texture, emphasizing the wild and untouched nature of the terrain. To the left, a tranquil loch nestles in the valley, its surface a mirror reflecting the soft hues of the sky. The scene is a celebration of the rugged splendor of the highlands, offering a sense of solitude and the enduring beauty of nature's landscapes.
You are observing a rugged landscape featuring a dark, tranquil loch nestled at the base of a steep, formidable cliff face. The cliff is jagged and partially bathed in sunlight, accentuating its rough texture and the layers of rock. A gentle incline leads up to the cliff, blanketed with what seems to be a mixture of grass and heather, which possesses a reddish-brown tint suggestive of autumn or a parched season. In the foreground, there is a dense thicket of shrubs with complex branches, some festooned with leaves of a similar reddish-brown colour, imparting a sense of wildness to the scene. The play of light and shadow across the tableau creates a striking effect, with the warm sunlight contrasting against the cool darkness of the water and the shaded portions of the cliff.
Imagine standing on a verdant hillside, looking across a breathtaking highland vista. Directly ahead, a prominent cliff face of weathered stone juts out, creating a stark silhouette against the sky. Beyond the cliff, a rolling landscape stretches out, dotted with two serene lochs reflecting the light of the sun. In the distance, majestic peaks rise gracefully, their slopes a mix of shadow and sunlit green, fading into a soft blue haze on the horizon. Overhead, a single dark cloud floats in an otherwise clear sky, casting a fleeting shadow over the dramatic, rugged scenery.

sco7sbhoy, to Scotland
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UndisScot, to Scotland
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Looking south from Flodigarry on the Isle of Skye's Trotternish Peninsula towards Staffin Bay and Staffin Island. More pics and info: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/skye/trotternish/index.html

Iancylkowski, to Scotland

My first NEW set of images from my trip to Skye! Welcome... to Sligachan.

Sligachan offers some of the best views of the Black and Red Cuillins on Skye. I've been here five times now, and I feel I'm getting closer to capturing that "winning" photo from the area. 💓

The image shows a rugged mountain landscape with two prominent peaks in the background. The foreground features a rocky stream flowing through barren, brown terrain dotted with sparse vegetation. The stream's water is clear and shallow, revealing the rocky streambed beneath. The mountains have distinctive pointed shapes and are bathed in golden light, contrasting against the blue sky with scattered white clouds.
A mountainous landscape with a waterfall cascading down rocky cliffs. The mountains have snow-capped peaks and the foreground is covered in brown grassy vegetation. The sky has a mix of sun and clouds, casting shadows and light across the rugged terrain.
The image shows a fast-moving stream cascading over dark, jagged rocks in a rugged mountain landscape. The water is foamy and white as it rushes downstream between the rocky banks. The rocks along the stream's edge are illuminated by sunlight, highlighting their texture and warm, golden hues. In the background, tall mountain peaks rise up, partially obscured by hazy clouds and creating a sense of scale and grandeur in the scene.

thesweetcheat, to random
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Orthostat on top of An Sithean chambered cairn on the Isle of Skye for today's

Located at the foot of the Red Cuillin mountains, the tomb has an amazing setting and backdrop. The mountain on right, Beinn na Caillich, has a large Bronze Age cairn in its summit.

Visited March 2011.

UndisScot, to Scotland
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The remains of Knock Castle on the Isle of Skye, with the Sound of Sleat and Knoydart in the background. The castle was built in the early 1400s on a headland that had been fortified since the Iron Age. More pics and info: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/skye/knockcastle/index.html

ChaHarper, to Weather
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‘Dreich’ is a word that I love. You could describe yesterday that way. We had rain and mist for much of the day.

“A word that is commonly used to describe the Scottish weather has been named the "most iconic" Scots word. "Dreich" - meaning dull or gloomy - topped a poll to mark Book Week Scotland, led by the Scottish Book Trust.”

It has its own beauty and I’m secure in the knowledge that it doesn’t last long here what with the influence of the sea and the mountains…

UndisScot, to Scotland
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The west side of the beautiful island of Raasay, with the Isle of Skye in the background. Raasay measures some 14 miles long by about three miles wide at its widest point and it is separated from Skye by the Sound of Raasay. More pics and info: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/raasay/raasay/index.html

Dolphinchaz, to random
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Looking up to end of Loch Slapin near Torrin, Isle of with the ridge of the imposing Blà Bheinn (Blaven) over on the left. A wonderful, peaceful place. Good for Otter and Eagle spotting.

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