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Isle of Skye |
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| The Island of Skye, situated off the West
coast of Mainland Scotland, is the largest and best known of the Inner
Hebrides. Sometimes referred to in Gaelic poetry and song as Eilean a'
Cheň (The Misty Isle), Skye is renown for its
natural beauty, history and wildlife.
The
Cuillin Hills, the Red Hills and
Blaven have long been favourites with
climbers and walkers. If you don't fancy the high places, the deeply
indented coastline means you are never far from the sea. Wildlife abounds on
the Island, with birds from the tiny Goldcrest to magnificent Golden Eagle,
mammals from Pygmy Shrew to Red Deer and fish from Saithe to Salmon. If you
are lucky you might catch sight of the elusive Otter playing on the shore.
The wide range of geology and topography provides habitats for many wild
flowers. As you travel around the Island it's not unusual to hear snatches
of
Scottish Gaelic, the indigenous
language of the area. Gaelic culture and heritage pervade the atmosphere,
each part of the Island having its own tales of times past and plans for the
future. The above information was taken from the website http://www.isleofskye.com. Be sure to go to this website for lots of good information and pictures of the Isle of Skye. |
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For accommodations suggestions on the Isle of Skye, click on Isle of Skye Accommodations.
