With the sharply increased density of travel in the last six months, I chronically do not have time to talk about all those interesting places I have visited. Only 3 weeks ago I was in beautiful Scotland, but did not manage to publish even half of the articles due to the fact that no less interesting and interesting ones were then "layered" in a continuous stream. Meanwhile, during the week in Scotland, we managed to see a lot; we got behind the wheel at 9-10 am every day and crawled out of the car at 9-10 pm. We drove an incredible number of kilometers along mountain roads, sailed on ferries to the Orkney Islands, got to the northernmost mainland point of Great Britain, and much more. Today I will tell you about the most mountainous and picturesque island of Scotland - Isle of Skye.
Geographically, the Isle of Skye belongs to the Inner Hebrides archipelago, administratively to the Highlands, and the history of the island is so deep and rich that it will be difficult to fit it even briefly into a small article. People have been living there since the Bronze Age, later Irish tribes landed on the island and found their kingdom there, then the Viking period, then there were clan battles, then endless wars with the British. Currently, about 10 thousand people live on the island. Even on the island to this day, almost half of the population speaks the Gali language and you will definitely hear it at one stage or another of the journey.
There are two ways to get to the island: through the bridge, built in 1995 and connecting Skye with the "mainland" and by ferry from the port village of Mallaig (Mallay) to Armadale (Armadale). We tried both methods: we sailed there by ferry, and back across the bridge. The first method takes more time, but it is extremely interesting, you drive the car to the ship and sail for almost an hour among the islands and mountain peaks -
We are the first in line -
It should be noted that ferry services in the UK are far from cheap for motorists: for a sail of less than an hour, we paid 40 pounds for four people, including a car. As an average passenger without a car, this kind of pleasure costs around £ 4.50.
Off we go -
Scotland is divine, and the Isle of Skye is like the whole of Scotland in miniature. As soon as you disembark on the island, the breathtaking landscapes begin -
Unchanging lambs -
Local cows are distinguished by their powerful build and curly heads -
Pay attention to how the baby looks like daddy -
Beauty awaits you even where you did not expect to see them. Just an example, we stopped somewhere on the principle "boys to the left - girls to the right" and this is what we found -
The vibrant green hills are Scotland's hallmark -
After visiting the Isle of Skye, we spent the night in the tiny town of Kuleakin in the southeast of the island and then drove back across the bridge to the "mainland" Great Britain.
Alena publishes in parallel with me crazybagzy , I read her articles with great interest. It seems that we went together, but looking at the same thing through the eyes of another person is always interesting :)
The cost of the trip, if anyone is interested. For the information, a special thanks to my fellow traveler Ilya:
Rent - £ 205 a week, booked by Vauxhall (Opel) Insignia, given to Zafira.
- Gasoline for the same period (2300 km, ~ 190 HP) - 258 pounds.
- Ferry to Skye (Mallaig - Armadale) - 4.5 per person, 23.25 per car
- Ferry to Orkney and back (Gills Bay - St. Margaret "s Hope) - 28 per person, 66 per car (by the way, there may be options here and a little cheaper, but longer).
Hotels in Scotland, in order, prices per double:
39
75
80
79
50
60
67
In Manchester - 54.
I borrow a few more numbers from Alena's post "Scotland. How much does it cost?" I myself kept a very approximate account and if they ask me about the budget of the trip, I can confuse something. So, I give the floor to Alena -
Food. I suffered a lot with food. Firstly, my taste preferences did not agree with my fellow travelers (for some reason I always wanted borscht with cutlets and, quite surprisingly, sneakers). Secondly, the kitchen in Great Britain is somehow really bad. Here, either fish & chips, or fried sausages with eggs, and more normal food is expensive (for example, seafood, which the northern cities are famous for). I kept trying to find the same delicious haggis as in Edinburgh, but to no avail. The cheapest lunch was in an Indian restaurant - 6 pounds, the most expensive in a Chinese one - about 15-18 pounds. The rest of the time we bought food at Tesco and ate right in the car, since there was simply not enough time, and so on the first day we exchanged food for the mountains.
Food in supermarkets is cheap and tasty, not at all equal to ours. A good piece of cooked salmon or their local fish is 2.5-4 lb. Various types of ready-made meat, ham, sausages - 2-4 lbs. Fruit - 1 lb. Berries - 2 lb. (and blueberries grow everywhere for free). Salad package -1-2 lbs. Box of cherry tomatoes - 1 lb. Pack of 6 yoghurt desserts - 1.3 lbs. Even a pack of 6 large sneakers costs £ 1. And I took a piece of delicious blue cheese in general for a ridiculous 2 pounds. Only coffee - expensive - 2.3 - 2.5 per glass. I drank in liters of coffee, as the insanely fresh air made me sleepy all the time. In the mornings, there were breakfasts in the hotels, although on the 8th day I hated eggs and sausages. A pint of evening Guinness - 4 lbs, whiskey - from 3 lbs. for 50 gr.
Residence. Day in the hotel - from 30 to 40 pounds per person per double, + 10 pounds surcharge for single accommodation in double (they simply do not have singles). The hotels here are very funny and unusual. We have lived in the Be spoke hotel chain three times. Their trademark difference: a beautiful building on the outside and everything is very tangled inside, lack of wi-fi and full coverage of the floors with wool plaids in plaid. When someone walks along the labyrinth of the corridor, the whole hotel probably hears his stomping.
The hot water switching system is generally a rebus of some kind. Not only was it different in all hotels, but also in each room water was turned on differently or was absent altogether. In some you need to press the buttons, in others the tap is on the tap, and the one, like a nesting doll, is in another tap. And thirdly, in general, who would have guessed that in addition to all the turns and pressures on the crane, you also need to pull the rope on the ceiling. I wish I had photographed them all.
But we drove through our last refuge several times and ignored JPRS, as we could not believe that this was our hotel! Moreover, in this city there was not a single person anywhere, only hares ran in droves along the roads. We even joked that there was a plague in the city and all the inhabitants died out. But then it turned out that the entrance is in a nearby building. Imagine the price of a room per night is £ 74. Although in spite of the building and the signboard, the hotel turned out to be homely comfortable and with friendly hosts. I loved him the most.
What can you get for free. A lot, for example, if you walk past the ticket booth with an impudent face, as we did at Fort George in Inverness.
Parking in cities is paid everywhere. To stop somewhere to eat, you still need to find a place where to leave the car. Once we did it near the church. The second time they threw it under some hotel with a sign “only for insiders”.
Wi-fi is a problem in Scotland. It turned out by chance that there is one at the Inverness airport, and even free, for which I no longer hoped. But in Gatwick, an hour of wifa is approx. 3 lb. But under the price tag it is written in small gray print that they give “complimentary” 30 minutes, after which you need to register. After these 30 min. I decided to try to register a new user and, oh gods, the wifi went. So until the very departure, I got a lot of new users.
Even in Scotland itself, many tours and excursions are organized, which are unreasonably expensive. But all the most interesting places are located in non-touristy places, you just need not be afraid to climb over the barbed wire. And even cats can be seen for free, if you really want to and not be afraid of anything ...
Starships in No Man's Sky are an integral part of the gameplay, because it is thanks to them that players can explore outer space and land on various planets. All ships in the game are divided into several classes, namely:
- C - budget starships with a small capacity and satisfactory performance. It is on such a "pelvis" that you will start the game.
- B is the real average that most space travelers fly.
- A are excellent ships that have good defense, lots of cells, and good speed.
- The S are ideal starships that excel at absolutely everything. A pilot's dream.
In the Next update, the class system has not changed, however, it has not done without innovations. Immediately, we note that finding S-class ships is still as difficult as before, but now there is an opportunity to somehow influence the likelihood of their detection.
Where to find the best S-class ships in No Man's Sky
First of all, let us inform you that, as with many other aspects in this game, we cannot tell you the exact place where you can purchase the highest class starship, since many of the elements in it are generated randomly. You can be incredibly lucky to stumble upon a similar ship in the nearest space station, but the odds are less than 1 percent.
For this reason, we recommend that you get an economy scanner for your cargo ship. It can be purchased from the Geks for Nanite Flocks. Using it, you will open a line on the galaxy map with information about the type of economy, as well as the percentage of purchases and sales of any star system without visiting it. What is it for? The point is that the most expensive ships can be found in the most economically prosperous sectors. The better the economy in a planetary cluster, the higher the chance of finding an S-class starship in its station.
Don't use this method if you don't have the money to buy an expensive starship. Prices for these spacecraft range from 20 to 75 million units. However, we wrote a small guide on how you can quickly earn millions of units. Be sure to read it if you do not have enough funds to buy a ship.
Once you've found a system with a thriving economy, head to the nearest space port and start choosing ships. The type of starships will depend on the race operating the station. For example, the Geks mainly sell merchant ships, the Vai'keins are combat ships, and the Korvax are research ships.
For all of us, the Isle of Skye was perhaps the main highlight of the entire trip. Judge for yourself: a mountainous island in the far northwest of Great Britain, located in the Inner Hybrids archipelago, with a population of only 10 thousand inhabitants who speak Gaelic and are direct descendants of the Scandinavian Vikings!
The Isle of Skye is the home of the legendary Scottish Macleod clan (everyone watched the Highlander movie). The island has always been isolated from the mainland of Scotland, and the first bridge was built only in 1999. In general, the wilderness and wild beauty unreal for Europe! "Island of impressions" and "photographer's dream". The Quiraing pass, the cliffs and the Kilt Rock waterfall, and the unreal storm at the Neist Point, and at the end of all - the most soulful hostess in our wonderful mini-guesthouse. I even left a review!
In the evening we finally reached the capital of the Isle of Skye - the city of Portree. The town is tiny, with a population of only 2,500, but 100% authentic. Only one bar with seafood at the marina is worth something. No doubt I would have spent at least one summer here!
It was in Portree that we were lucky to stay in a wonderful mini-hotel run by a wonderful granny. +100 more to the place. Must do! I recommend everyone to spend at least a couple of days here. An immersion in serenity is guaranteed! I generally keep quiet about delicious jams :)
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The island is large enough (more than 60 kilometers long) and is literally stuffed with fantastic beauties of the North Atlantic!
As I said earlier, I went on this trip absolutely unprepared and when I saw this inscription in an incomprehensible language, I literally fell into a stupor. It turned out that Gaelic is the second official language of the island, on a par with English.
And when I came to the edge of the cliff ... I think comments are unnecessary here.
On this day, we made the maximum number of stops per 1 kilometer of the way.
A waterfall right into the sea. Behind the Kilt Rock!
I have seen few such bright, powerful places, but I had to move on to the mountains!
The Quiraing Rocks are the main natural attraction of the Isle of Skye and we even planned a small two-hour hike, but getting out of the car we all arranged a picnic right on the green lawn, and when we were getting ready for the hike, it started raining. Well, that means not destiny!
Quiraing, the place is, of course, mega powerful! Remains of ancient volcanoes facing the fierce northern Atlantic winds with their rocky slopes!
We went down a narrow mountain road to the western coast of the island. The most beautiful place Uig in full view! When driving through such places, I always think about the same thing. What will happen if a person who was born and has lived half his life in such beauty is relocated to our cities ?!
In general, there are more than beauties for this day, but there is a plan, and we stopped at another popular place called Fairy Glen. We climbed funny karst sinkholes and bulges, found (ancient?) Stone gizmos and photographed the Most Beautiful Sheep in the World!
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In the evening we walked around Portree. First of all, to the pier. Here with all your senses you understand what life at sea is!
The second day of our stay on the Isle of Skye turned out to be a shock! The first half of this day's route: Portree - Dunvegan Castle of the Macleod Clan - Cape Nest Point - Sky Bridge
Early in the morning we ran through Portree again with our iPhone. There will be no more chance to see the city!
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This is the view of the secluded bay that opened up to us every morning!
We were out of luck with the Macleod Clan Dunvegan Castle - it was pouring like buckets! It's a pity! Incidentally, this is the oldest inhabited castle in Scotland. The MacLeod clan has lived in this place for over 800 years !!!
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Despite the bad weather, along a beautiful road along secluded bays and tiny villages, we stubbornly moved to the north of the island. Here I realized that the phrase "House by the sea and its own secluded cove" for a resident of the Isle of Skye does not mean anything. There are ten bays for each inhabitant!
Scotland is made up of over 750 islands, but only one of them is so beautiful that National Geographic magazine listed it as one of the most beautiful islands in the world. It is described in all Scotland guidebooks as a must-see place - this is Skye.
If you are short on time, and you do not have time to visit all corners of the country, then choosing the Isle of Skye as the main point of visit, you will not be mistaken. It is an amazing place that combines waterfalls, valleys, mountain peaks and unique landscapes. It is often called "Scotland in Miniature", but here I disagree a little with that, because Sky is something different, incomparable.
End of the earth So, since 1995, getting to the island has not been difficult, since it is connected to the main part of the country by the Sky Bridge. The bridge is not very picturesque, but it is worth seeing, as without it you would have to wait your turn for the ferry to reach your destination. On our first trip, we passed this bridge without even paying attention to it, and only on the way back we appreciated its importance for local residents.
Since 1995, the bridge connects Scotland with the Isle of Skye Skye is the largest island in the Inner Hebrides and the second largest in Scotland after the Lewis and Harris archipelago. On its territory of 1,656 square kilometers, only 10,000 inhabitants live, which makes it practically deserted, thanks to which there is an opportunity to retire and enjoy nature with beautiful landscapes. The main thing is that the weather does not let down during the trip. The largest city on the island is Portree. If you settle there, you can easily reach any part of the island by car in a maximum of half an hour. Accommodation should be taken care of in advance, as the number of tourists is usually much higher than in other parts of Scotland.
The landscapes of the Isle of Skye are very diverse The island is shrouded in a huge number of legends and secrets that still excite the minds of many visitors. The most important attraction and visiting card of the island is a mountain range called Trotternisch, at the top of which there is a lonely stone - old man Storr (Old Man of Storr) ... Legend has it that it was previously a huge giant who lived on Trotternish. And when he died, he was buried, but a few fingers remained from under the ground, which turned to stone and took the form of the famous Old Man Storr. According to another legend, these were giants who fled from pursuit, but turned around and turned into stones. Indeed, from afar, this statue looks like a pensive old man sitting, looking into the endless distance. The bizarre stone rises 50 meters above the ground and looks truly mesmerizing up close. Especially if it is also shrouded in fog. The way to the top to the old man and back takes up to 5 km.
The Trotternish mountain range is clearly visible in sunny weather 
When there is no fog, Old Man Storr is clearly visible from afar. For the ascent, no special preparation is needed, since the way up is quite simple and does not require much physical activity. In time, the ascent and descent will take you about 4 hours. If you are lucky with the weather, you will see the amazing beauty of the landscape that surrounds this area. When we climbed up, the summit was so covered with fog that we almost slipped past Old Man Storr himself. We saw him only when they came close to him. The fog only added mysticism to this amazing place. By the way, the mysticism of this place was noticed by the famous director Ridley Scott, who showed the Old Man of Storr in his film "Prometheus". According to the plot of the film, it was here that a cave was found, on the walls of which alien creatures were depicted. The landscape near the stone really doesn't look very earthy. Huge blocks of black stones are scattered in a chaotic manner, and what is most interesting, rockfalls still happen here, so you need to be very careful while walking.
This is the kind of fog that the path leading upward met us 
A dense enough fog dispersed many people who wanted to go upstairs. 
The winding path to the top 
From time to time, the outlines of Storr made their way through the fog 
Climbers very often climb to the top of the stone. 
This area was familiar to us from the movie "Prometheus" 
In such a fog, all stones look like huge giants 
A little further from the trail, a magnificent view of the stones opens up. And even fog is not a hindrance to a beautiful panorama. 
It's a pleasure to sit and look at Storr like that. 
The road goes further into fog Saying goodbye to Storr, we moved on to explore the island. And on the way, one of the very picturesque waterfalls was waiting for us - Kilt Rock (Kilt Rock) or Kilt Falls (Kilt Falls) ... He gained his fame due to the fact that the flow of its water from a height of 90 meters falls directly into the Atlantic Ocean. It got its name due to the fact that its rocks are very similar to the folds of the Scottish men's clothing item - the kilt. It is surrounded by tall basalt pillars. The waterfall appears in all its beauty if you shoot it from the water, but we did not get such an opportunity, so we enjoyed the view from the shore.
The waterfall falls right into the ocean 
View from the top of the waterfall 
Basalt rocks are located along the coast of the island Nearby Kilt Rock Falls are footprints of dinosaurs that lived here more than 170 million years ago. The Isle of Skye is also called the "Scottish Dinosaur Capital" due to the fact that archaeologists still find fossil traces of sauropods. The paw prints are very well preserved due to the fact that they were left on the sandstone and limestone, which were exposed at low tide.
List of dinosaurs whose traces have survived 
All traces are very well preserved 
There is a museum next to the waterfall with various artifacts dating back to the dinosaur era Almost in the north of the island there is a picturesque plateau Quiraing definitely worth a visit. It is unique in that it was formed during the Ice Age, and now it is actively being destroyed, because it consists of solidified lava. Its slabs are in constant motion, so rockfalls are very frequent here. The general route of the trail on the plateau is 6.8 km, but we, as very active tourists, went much further, and almost bypassed Kuirang from the rear, making a walk 18 km long. And because of our carelessness, we made a very big mistake, which turned the whole trekking into a little stress - we went out on the trail in the afternoon, and did not take into account that the sun sets in the mountains much earlier than everywhere else. Even before we realized our defect, a strong wind arose, which made it difficult to move along the narrow paths. Apart from us, there were no other people on the trail, and countless sheep grazed along the way, and they ran so freely along the mountain slopes that at times, it seemed, it cost them nothing to knock us down. We walked back in pitch darkness, single file and holding hands, because it was easy to stumble. So, a fairly simple walk has turned into an exciting journey with a bunch of memories. But we learned the lesson well.
The beginning of the trail to Kuirang 
In sunny weather, Quirang is beautiful 
The further inland along Quiranga, the stronger the wind 
Scotland symbol 
At this point of Kuiranga there were the strongest gusts of wind. 
Sunset Quirang We were in a hurry to visit the very famous castle, which has been the ancestral home of the "immortal" MacLeod clan for over 800 years - Dunvegan () ... It is the oldest castle in Scotland still inhabited by people. Today, the 30th head of the legendary clan, Hugh MacLeod, lives here with his family. On the first floor of the castle, there is a museum that contains relics of the ancient family, and it is open to visitors. The upper floors are closed to the public and this is where the Hugh family live. At the time of our visit, the owner of the castle went to London on business, but the workers told us that he is happy to go out to visitors and communicate with them. In the castle, you can see a large number of portraits of all members of the ancient clan, their relics, awards, trophies, weapons, uniforms and much more than people living in this castle could use for 800 years. But the most famous of the family heirlooms, which is shrouded in a lot of secrets, is the Fairy Banner. According to legend, the Fairy Queen, whom the head of the MacLeod clan was very fond of, gave the heir a piece of silk that can protect the family from danger three times with the help of fairy magic. After the third time, it will lose its strength. According to history, this banner has already been used twice, both times to protect against the warlike MacDonald clan, who from time to time tried to conquer the Isle of Skye, which belonged to the MacLeods. Also in the castle is the Dunvegan Chalice, which some consider the very Cup of the Holy Grail, which gives immortality and happiness to its owner.
The castle stands on a basalt rock 
An impregnable and inhospitable castle The castle itself is located on a basalt rock on the shores of Loch Dunvegan and looks pretty inaccessible and inhospitable from the outside. A large amount of funds for the maintenance of the castle are allocated to the maintenance of the huge garden that surrounds it. Judging by how well-groomed the plants are here, one can understand that the owners put their souls into trees and flowers. Here you can find a huge number of varieties of tulips, pines, palms, exotic plants in greenhouses. Also on the territory of the garden you will see a very pretty waterfall, which is dedicated to the fairies who live here. You can buy entrance tickets separately to the garden, and to the garden and castle.
Fairy Waterfall 
The garden contains a wide variety of trees 
A large collection of tulips grows in the garden 
Bizarre trees And finally, I want to tell you about the biggest disappointment that awaited us on Skye, these are very famous Fairy Pools (Fairy Pools) ... Most travel guides to Scotland describe this place as unique and unrepeatable. The view of the photos from there makes your heart beat faster, with the anticipation of seeing such beauty. The Fairy Pools are multi-level cascading waterfalls in which crystal mountain water flows in several streams and merges into one large pool. It looks stunning…. But only in the photo. The first time we came here in early May, hoping to see the splendor of the water, which was shown in the photographs. But we were left very disappointed, because it did not reflect even a tenth of the beauty that it should have been. After taking pictures, we decided to return here at another time of the year, in the hope that the picture will change. Our second visit was in early October, and here, as in the case of Quirang, we walked twice the distance of the path itself to the Pools. And we went so far that we almost climbed the mountain, which stood far behind these waterfalls. And all because we could not believe that what we saw is the very Pools of the Fairies. Therefore, we decided to go even further, and a little more .... Most interestingly, we weren't the only ones who refused to believe our eyes. Several people who walked not far from us also asked everyone where these Pools are. As a result, having covered the distance twice as much as to the waterfalls, we nevertheless returned to the Pool and decided to photograph what we saw. The third time I do not want and will not return to this place, because I still will not see what is in the photographs on the Internet. Because the excess of Photoshop in the pictures can play a very cruel joke with tourists, as in our case. I in no way discourage you from going to this place, as I believe that everyone should come and assess the situation on their own. Maybe you are lucky and you will discover the secrets of the magical waterfalls that are so beautifully described.
As the best sweet whiskey, so Isle of Skye is the heady quintessence of all the beauties of the Scottish Highlands and Plains. Its dramatic landscape encompasses everything from gloomy windy mountains to clear sea cliffs and shell-strewn beaches at the edge of the world.
Immerse yourself in rare wildlife, intriguing history, persistent myths and a variety of good (sometimes great) restaurants, pubs and cafes and you can see why Isle of Skye is one of the country's premium calling cards for tourists.
They say that in fact Scottish island it's hard to escape the crazy crowd, so it would be nice to rent a car. If you want to travel further away from the main Kaylaquin-Portree Wiig road, public transportation on Skye will be inconvenient.
And don't forget Scotland's golden rule: stop from time to time, wear a raincoat in your backpack and experience the beauty of the "foggy island", paying tribute to the established fashion - on foot. Here is a small Isle of Skye guide, worth taking advantage of during your trip.
Trotternish Peninsula
The ride is amazing and exciting, bypassing a stone hill Storr (Old Man of Storr) surprisingly familiar to sci-fi fans: this iconic basalt spire was featured in the opening scene of director Ridley Scott's recent blockbuster Prometheus. Further north, the road runs along the eastern coast of the peninsula, where you can stop to contemplate how the waterfalls flow into the sea and enjoy a beautiful panorama.
Star bait Trotternish (Trotternish) is Quiraing, a surreal escarpment of cliffs, peaks and cliffs dating from the Jurassic period. This is a unique area that you can easily walk around in a few hours. Continuing along the road, you will reach the top of the peninsula, passing by the ruins of Duntulm Castle, and then to Museum of Island Life(Skye Museum of Island Life) - a small preserved village with traditional thatched huts.
Now, heading south, you can go to the magical Wiig Bay. Ferries leave from here for Outer Hebrides when the weather is right. A few miles south of Wiig, a narrow road leads to Fairy Glen, a strange miniature landscape of conical and steep hills, even with a lake on the road.
Quillins Hills
From jagged ridges, misty peaks and a frightening expanse of bare stones, Quillins Hills (Cuillins hills) are the formidable mountain range of the British Isles. The mountain range, which includes 12 Munros (Scottish Mountains over 3000 feet), is a site for experienced climbers. If you are looking to rock climbing, many local centers offer expert instruction for those who wish to try their hand at their high routes.
If climbing high in the mountains isn't your thing, don't be discouraged - there are many great low-level routes to be found here. A 6-mile trek from the camp might be a good option. Glenbrittle up to Coire lagan... From here, you can watch the climbers ascend the cliffs with the help of binoculars.
If you want to increase your appetite for your further adventures, then you will surely go on a trip to Loch cruisk, a very remote place surrounded by forts.
You can go up there on foot from Kilmarie though it's a really grueling five and a half miles. An alternative would be to climb aboard Misty Isle, which runs from Elgol six days a week.
Waternish, Dunvegan and Duirinish
Waternish peninsula(Waternish), which is located in the northwest, has an ancient bloody history, which is reminiscent of architectural monuments and abandoned burial grounds.
Today, the former residence of Clan MacLeod is a center for arts and crafts. This is the place where you can find unique sheepskin rugs, and you can even watch how they are made.
Waternish is home to Skye's oldest brothel, the Stein Inn, which enjoys a prime location on the shore Loch bay... This is a truly atmospheric place with unpretentious rooms, a bar, good food and a fantastic little beer garden.
South of Waternish is Dunvegan (Dunvegan), known as the site of the oldest castle in Scotland. Built on a rocky outcrop at Loch Dunvegan, this residence of the family Macleod is one of the main attractions of the island. Dunvegan Castle has hosted VIPs for years, including Dr. Samuel Johnson, Flora MacDonald, Sir Walter Scott and Queen Elizabeth II. This place is full of relics and is surrounded by beautiful English gardens.
The narrow road west of Dunvegan passes by the most popular dining spot on the island, The Three Chimneys. This award-winning restaurant is located in a farmhouse. You can get to lunch or dinner only by booking a place in advance. The big life-savers can stay here for the night in one of the luxurious 5 * star rooms.
Then follow west through Glendale until you see Neist point, the westernmost peak of the Isle of Skye. It is a magical place with a wildly photogenic lighthouse above the bare cliffs, as well as a great area to watch whales, dolphins, porpoises and giant sharks. When the sun sets, the air comes alive with the cries of northern gannets, guillemots, loons and cormorants.
What else to visit on the island
Portree(Portree), the capital of the island, is well worth a visit. Apart from the simple pleasure of walking around the postcard harbor surrounded by brightly colored houses, Portree is a good place where you can sign your next route with a cup of coffee in a cozy cafe.
From here, you can take a boat to view wildlife at the Sound of Raasay. Visit the Aros Experience on the outskirts of town, which combines a tourist center, gift shop, restaurant, theater and cinema.
At the bottom of the Isle of Skye is Slit(Sleat), a lower peninsula that lacks the dramatic topography of the center and north, yet boasts a few dreamy woodland walks, hikes to distant lighthouses, and landscapes from Sound of Sleat before Knoydart.
The main calling card here is Islands Museum(Museum of the Isles) - castles, protected gardens and a tourist center. The museum itself reveals the complex family history of this remote part of Scotland.
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