Places to see in ( Isle of Lewis - UK )
Places to see in ( Isle of Lewis - UK )
Lewis is the northern part of Lewis and Harris, the largest island of the Western Isles or Outer Hebrides. The total area of Lewis is 683 square miles. As both parts of the island are frequently referred to as if they were separate islands, Lewis is known as the Isle of Lewis.
Lewis is, in general, the lower-lying part of the island: the other part, Harris, is more mountainous. Due to its flatter, more fertile land, Lewis contains three-quarters of the population of the Western Isles, and the largest settlement, Stornoway. The island's diverse habitats are home to an assortment of flora and fauna, such as the golden eagle, red deer and seal, and are recognised in a number of conservation areas.
Lewis has a Presbyterian tradition and a rich history. It was once part of the Norse Kingdom of Mann and the Isles. Today, life is very different from elsewhere in Scotland, with Sabbath observance, the Gaelic language and peat cutting retaining more importance than elsewhere. Lewis has a rich cultural heritage as can be seen from its myths and legends as well as the local literary and musical traditions.
The Isle of Lewis has a variety of locations of historical and archaeological interest, including:
Callanish Stones
Dun Carloway Broch
Iron Age houses near Bostadh (Great Bernera)
The Garenin blackhouse village in Carloway and the Black House at Arnol
Bragar whale bone arch
St Columba's church in Aignish
Teampull Mholuaidh in Ness
Clach an Truiseil monolith
Clach Na Thursa, Carloway
Bonnie Prince Charlie's Monument, Arnish
Lews Castle
Butt of Lewis cliffs and Butt of Lewis Lighthouse
Dùn Èistean, a small island which is the ancestral home of the Lewis Morrisons
Ui Church, burial place of the Clan Chiefs MacLeod of Lewis and MacKenzie
There are also numerous lesser stone circles and the remains of five further brochs.
The coastline is severely indented, creating a number of large sea lochs, such as Lochs Resort and Seaforth, which form part of the border with Harris, Loch Roag, which surrounds the island of Great Bernera, and Loch Erisort. The principal capes are the Butt of Lewis, in the extreme north, with hundred foot (30 m) cliffs (the high point is 142 ft (43 m) high) and crowned with a lighthouse, the light of which is visible for 19 miles (31 km); Tolsta Head, Tiumpan Head and Cabag Head, on the east; Renish Point, in the extreme south; and, on the west, Toe Head and Gallon Head. The largest island associated with Lewis is Bernera or Great Bernera in the district of Uig and is linked to the mainland of Lewis by a bridge opened in 1953.
A daily Caledonian MacBrayne ferry (MV Loch Seaforth) sails from Stornoway to Ullapool on the Scottish mainland, taking 2 hours 30 minutes connecting Lewis with the mainland. Lewis has a linguistic heritage rooted in Scottish Gaelic and Old Norse, which both continue to influence life in Lewis.
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Isle of Lewis, Scotland-peat, tradition and history.
This video was taken in the north of Lewis in the Hebrides. The two stacks of black turf comprise peat which is decayed vegetation, half way on the road to becoming coal. There are ample supplies of peat on Lewis which for generations has been used by local people for heating and cooking. When burnt peat gives off a pleasant aroma.
Final shot shows a couple of standing stones which probably date back to the Neolithic period and may possibly be 4000 years old.
Isle of Harris summer 2017 Winter 2018
The Isle of Lewis
Some of my pics from the trip.
Lewis
Lewis is the northern part of Lewis and Harris, the largest island of the Western Isles or Outer Hebrides of Scotland. The total area of Lewis is 683 square miles.
Lewis is, in general, the lower lying part of the island, with the other part, Harris, being more mountainous. The flatter, more fertile land means Lewis contains the largest settlement, Stornoway, and three-quarters of the population of the Western Isles. Beyond human habitation, the island's diverse habitats are home to an assortment of flora and fauna, such as the golden eagle, red deer and seals and are recognised in a number of conservation areas.
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Clan Morrison - The Whole sale (Drone Video), Glenborrodale, Acharacle, PH36
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Clan Morrison represents a superb opportunity to acquire a former hotel with self contained apartment and semi detached bungalow in a stunning location overlooking Loch Sunart. This unique development opportunity sits in spacious grounds extending to about 5 acres and includes a tidal island Innis Nam Fèorag or Island of the Squirrels and large rock, Eilean nan Gad. In addition to the hotel is a further large plot of land extending to about 14.5 acres with planning permission (17/01090/PiP) for a one and a half storey property. The former hotel and plot are being offered for sale as a whole or in two lots. As well as rough shooting within the grounds for woodcock and wild fowl, there is stalking for red deer. Loch Sunart also offers excellent fishing including for salmon, sea trout, taupe, pollock, skate and flounders.
The hotel, part of which was originally a manse, was run successfully until 2005 by the current owners. Subject to the usual planning consents, the property offers scope for development in a number of ways including as self contained accommodation, bunk house or guest house, with the former manager's property – a spacious four bedroom bungalow – providing immediate onsite accommodation if required. Known and enjoyed for its stunning scenery and varied wildlife, the Ardnamurchan Peninsula remains a popular destination for visitors.
The area offers a choice of attractions including a distillery, castles, lighthouse and visitor centre, as well as walks, sandy beaches, cycling and a range of water sports such as boating, kayaking and fishing. The dramatic and comparatively remote landscape is also a haven for otters, deer, pine martens, wildcats and both the golden and white tailed eagles, all of which can be seen enjoying this natural habitat. A range of local services are available at Salen with its licensed store and hotel with restaurant. At Acharacle is a general store, post office, bakery, garage and medical practice. The village also has a primary school with secondary schooling at Strontian. The area is linked by a ferry service from Ardgour to Corran about 9 miles south of Fort William with its wide range of shops and train services to Glasgow and London. From Oban to the south are frequent ferry services to the Outer Isles as well as rail services to Glasgow and Edinburgh.
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