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Famous Scottish Breeds

July 26, 2012

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Scotland is known the world over for its natural beauty, its wilderness and stunning landscapes; all rich in a flora and fauna increasing rare acrossWestern Europe. Yet, Scotland is also renowned for some famous and familiar breeds of domesticated animals as well. Recent genetic work has shown that all modern cattle breeds in Europe draw [...]

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The Pass of the Cattle

April 16, 2012

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Many of Scotland’s place names reflect a distant past when evangelical monks wandered the country trying to convert the locals during the so-called Dark Ages. Many of these priests left an indelible mark, and were canonised as Celtic Saints; and one such was St Mael Rubha (who’s name we find in Loch Maree) who preached [...]

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The Cuithraing (Quiraing)

April 15, 2012

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The Trotternish Peninsula in the north of the Isle of Skye is a Tolkienesque world of ridges, pinnacles and plateaux; a staccato terrain that forms a stunningly beautiful landscape. At the north end of the peninsula, as it juts out into the sea facing the broad horizons of the Western Isles beyond, is the Cuithraing, [...]

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Winter Travel in Scotland

January 4, 2012

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Running a travel company, I’m often asked – when is the best time to travel to Scotland; when will I see Scotland at its very best; and there is no right answer to that. Yes, the summer is warmer, but then the roads are busy, and it’s harder to find places to stay. May or [...]

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The Misty Isle – skye

May 20, 2011

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The Isle of Skye 3 Day Tour is one of the very best excursions that we at Highland Experience can offer you, and what an experience it is. The Isle of Skye, a land of soaring peaks and a rich Gaelic heritage is one of the most spectacular destinations in Europe. Come with us and learn more about this fascinating place.

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