Scotland's Incredible Natural Wonders
There are a few natural wonders worth seeing in Scotland. Some of them have legends attached to them. Some of them are just amazing to see. Below is a brief description of some of the more popular natural wonders of Scotland.
The Corryvreckan Whirlpool is precisely that - a natural whirlpool. Situated off the coast of Argyll in the Corryvreckan Gulf, the whirlpool is created by the complex tidal system in the area. On windy days, massive waves (up to 15 foot!) can also be seen. The Corryvreckan Whirlpool carries a legend of love and loss due to lack of chastity.
On the Isle of Staffa you'll find Fingal's Cave - a striking natural rock cave right on the coast of the island. What makes this cave so special is the many vertical basaltic pillars which stretch up in and around the cave. It is surmised that the cave was formed naturally by the sea's undermining the vertical rock formation, causing a large section of it to fall away. Its peculiarity makes the cave well worth a visit.
If you are travelling to the North of Scotland, Shetland or Orkney, you have to make an effort to see the Northern Lights. Aurora Borealis is basically ions - sun particles - which after an incredible journey enter earths atmosphere and react with the gasses found there, producing amazing lights. They are a splash of vivid and bright colors, most often green, which moves constantly in the night sky. The Northern Lights do not appear every day but can be predicted with a reasonable amount of accuracy. Most of the Scottish folklore involving this natural wonder revolves around battling titans or bloodied battlefields, however it ranges from region to region.
Another two natural wonders worth seeing are Loch Lomond and the Great Glen. Both are well preserved natural areas which provide pleasurable sight seeing and many outdoor opportunities. Why not include some of these natural wonders in your trip to Scotland? You'll find that they are well worth it.
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