A famous rock formation in the north west of Islay from a different viewpoint

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Picture of a coastal cliff/rock formation, seen from even higher cliffs behind it
A famous rock formation in the north west of Islay from a different viewpoint

Most people will know this distinct rock formation as you see it from Saligo Bay and around looking north. This is a different view, from the even higher cliffs behind them near Smaull looking west. Do you know what this is?

Imke enjoying views near Smaull, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a woman sitting on a rock on a hill overlooking a coast
Imke enjoying views near Smaull, Isle of Islay

My sister Imke on the west coast of Islay during a visit in June 2013. We walked north from Saligo mainly following the coast. Here we took a break on the hills just behind Smaull, enjoying the views over Saligo and Kilchoman.

Dramatic cliffs in the north west of Islay

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Picture of three steep jagged cliffs on a rugged coastline
Dramatic cliffs in the north west of Islay

There are some dramatic cliffs along the coast between Saligo and Sanaigmore, these three near Smaull probably the best known, as they are easily visible from Saligo Bay. Depending on who you ask the name might vary.