Walkers at Bealach na Caillich, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a group of walkers on a track above a bayA view from an Islay walking week many years ago, walking towards Machir Bay from Kilchiaran. This is at the Bealach na Caillich, the highest point of the track. The beach in Machir Bay can be seen in the distance, partially hidden by the steep cliffs above the track.

PS: Any Gaelic speakers who can tell me what Bealach na Caillich means?

 

Kilchoman cemetery near sunset, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a military cemetery with a memorial near sunsetThe Kilchoman military cemetery at the top of the dunes overlooking Machir Bay during a cloudy sunset.

 

Beautiful clear June night sky, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a bright night sky in JuneOn a clear June night on Islay while no midnight sun it doesn’t really get dark, especially when the picture is taken with a long exposure looking north. This is a view from near Kilchoman Church, looking towards Saligo and Loch Gorm. Low mist was forming over Loch Gorm. Only a few stars can be seen in the sky as it was still too light even well past midnight.