Basalt rocks in Quirang, Isle fo Skye, Scotland, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon.

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Basalt rocks in Quirang, Isle fo Skye, Scotland, 20th century. Quirang is a moving landslip on the eastern face of Meall na Suiramach, Trotternish ridge, Isle of Skye, Scotland. Quiraing (in Gaelic, Cuith-Raing) comes from Old Norse Kvi Rand, which means Round Fold. This elevated plateau amongst the pillars is said to have concealed cattle from Viking raiders.

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Location: World,Europe,United Kingdom,Scotland,Highland,Skye, Island of
Photo credit: © CM Dixon/Heritage Images / Alamy / Afripics
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