Welcome To The Isle of Skye
Culture
26 October 2009
Of all the Inner Hebrides, Skye has the most in common with the Outer Hebrides, with half the population speaking Gaelic, and many belonging to the Free Church of Scotland, known for its strict observance of the Sabbath. Shinty is a highly popular sport, although football is widely played as well. Portree based Skye Camanachd won [...]
Posted in Isle Of Skye History
Geography
26 October 2009
At 1656 km² (639 mi²), Skye is the second largest island in Scotland after Lewis with Harris. The island has some of the most dramatic and challenging mountain terrain in Scotland, including the Cuillin, as well as a rich heritage of ancient monuments, castles, and memorials. The coastline of Skye is a series of peninsulas, including [...]
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Dunvegan Castle
06 October 2009
Dunvegan Castle is a place that is filled to the brim with mystery and beauty. In 1933, the 27th Chief was the first to invite the public in to enjoy its majestic beauty. The castle was most famous for being a Hebridean stronghold and has not seen a change of ownership for eight centuries. It [...]
Posted in Featured, Local Castles
Clans Rule The Isle of Skye
06 October 2009
The Isle of Skye historically has two dominating clans; the MacDonalds and the MacLeods. These two clans were once known to be great rivals and many fights broke out as the dueling clans clashed. One such fight became famous and instigated the Battle of the Spoiling Dyke in the year of 1578. This battle began [...]
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