Archive for the ‘Sights of Shetland’ Category

Holiday Sights of Shetland 6 - Spiggie and St Ninians Isle

Thursday, July 16th, 2009

The ruins of a 12th century chapel are still visible at the end of the marvelous sand tombolo, said to be one of the best example of in the world.  In 1958 treasure made from silver was found in a wooden box in the floor of this early church.

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Holiday Sights of Shetland 5 - Jarlshof

Wednesday, July 8th, 2009

Jarlshof is one of the most amazing prehistoric archeological sites in the world.  Evidence from various ages of history including bronze and iron age settlers are present.  The site consists of various features including a Viking longhouse, Iron age broch, pictish whellhouses and mediaeval farmhouse.  Whats even more amazing is that the site remained pretty much hidden until a storm washed away part of the shore to reveal the amazing building work contained within.

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Youtube channel

Sunday, July 5th, 2009

Please remember to take a look at our Youtube channel which is updated regularly.  This along with the blog features some of the amazing sights in Shetland:

http://www.youtube.com/user/Stmagnusbay

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Holiday Sights of Shetland 4 - Dore Holm, Eshaness

Tuesday, June 16th, 2009

The Dore Holm is a stunning natural rock formation just off the shore of Eshaness.  Take a look at the video.

The Original size HD video is available at:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7NUg7rv7K4&feature=related

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Re: Holiday Sights of Shetland 2 - Amazing Cliff Scenery, Eshaness (Video)

Tuesday, June 16th, 2009

We’ve just started our own YouTube Channel which we intend to fill with all things Shetland.  Please take a look at this video of the cliffs at Eshaness.  The full size video is available in HD here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZLGwO7-AJRo

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Video Copyright © Ryan Sandison

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Holiday Sights of Shetland 3 - The Drongs, Hillswick

Tuesday, June 9th, 2009

drongsLocated within a short walk from the St Magnus Bay Hotel these amazing rocks appear towering at up to 60m from the sea. This viewpoint is part of a walk which will take you around the Hillswick Ness with some of Shetlands most wonderful scenery.

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Holiday Sights of Shetland 2 - Eshaness Cliffs

Saturday, June 6th, 2009

eshaness-cliffs2The Eshaness cliffs provide an excellent example of rocks produced by volcanic activity.  Fearsome storms have battered these shores to create a fragmented but beautiful rocky landscape.

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Holiday Sights of Shetland 1 - Mousa Broch

Saturday, June 6th, 2009

Broch of MousaAt 13m tall this impressive structure has stood the test of time.   Around 2000 years old it is one of the finest preserved brochs in any area.  As the broch is on a small island a boat trip has to be arranged to visit.

More detailed information can be found here:

http://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/mousa/mousabroch/index.html

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Photo Copyright © Lars Johansson

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