Loch Linnhe in Scotland has a special attraction to photographers due to its fantastic scenery and sunsets. Not only photographers enjoy this unique location the area offers many other outdoor activities like kayaking, fishing, sailing and walking. At 31 miles long and about 1.2 miles wide it stretches past Fort William, fed from the North by Loch Eil and continues south as far as the Firth or Lorne, the Loch is fed from the East by Loch Creran and opens up into the Firth of Lorne at its South Western point. Loch Linnhe Wildlife Wildlife in the Loch is in abundance with many seals … [Read more...] about Loch Linnhe Scotland
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Buachaille Etive Mor, The Great Herdsman of Etive
Scotland's Iconic Mountain, Buachaille Etive Mor Buachaille Etive Mor, know in Gaelic as The Great Herdsman of Etive, is probably typical of what everyone thinks a mountain should look like, with its near perfect pyramidal shape it stands proud from the A82 before you arrive to the magnificent Glencoe. Buachaille Etive Mor is seen in many Scottish books and postcards and is recognised instantly by every climber and walker with pride. The mountain forms a ridge combined with four other peaks that stretches for almost 5 miles, with the river Etive flowing wildly around its perimeter. The … [Read more...] about Buachaille Etive Mor, The Great Herdsman of Etive
Europes Last Private Army, The Atholl Highlanders
At the end of every May, Blair Castle in Highland Perthshire plays host to a truly unique event; when the regiment of the Atholl Highlanders parades and is reviewed by their colonel, the Duke of Atholl. This is no ordinary regiment however, as it has the distinction of being the only private regiment in Europe. Bedecked in kilts and plaid of the Murray of Atholl tartan and bearing Lee-Metford rifles, the officers, rank and pipe band gather in front of the 700 year old castle and take the salute from the duke. It is a simple gesture, but one that takes us back hundreds of years and a … [Read more...] about Europes Last Private Army, The Atholl Highlanders
Why I Love to Holiday in Scotland
After travelling all over the world in a quest for the ideal holiday location, there is always one place I always return to, that place is Scotland. Why does Scotland intrigue me so much, why does it always make me feel I am in the right place, why does this fine land always warm my heart and make me feel content like no other country on this planet of ours. To be entirely honest I don't know, all I do know, it feels right, and that's enough for me. So in this article I am going to reach into my feelings and discover why Scotland is the perfect location for myself. The Scottish … [Read more...] about Why I Love to Holiday in Scotland
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