Shores of Loch na h-Airde with promontory hill fort beyond, Rubha an Dunain headland, Glenbrittle, Isle of Skye, Scotland, UK


Shores of Loch na h-Airde with promontory hill fort beyond, Rubha an Dunain headland, Glenbrittle, Isle of Skye, Scotland, UK. Believed to be the location of an ancient Viking harbour, quay and shipbuilding site dating from the 12th century. The channel from the small inland loch is man-made and provides a link to the sea at high tide. The loch would provide a sheltered mooring for small boats and ships. The remains a chambered cairn are also nearby.


Size: 2900px × 2900px
Location: Loch na h-Airde, Rubha an Dunain headland, Glenbrittle, Isle of Skye, Scotland, UK
Photo credit: © Photimageon / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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