Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

bronxiteforever

(9,287 posts)
Wed Sep 15, 2021, 07:46 AM Sep 2021

A peaceful moment for you today


The Cuillin mountain range with croft farm, sheep and Loch Harport near Coillure on Isle of Skye. Credit: Tim Graham/Getty Images

Largest and most famous of the Hebrides, Skye is undisputedly the apotheosis of the sublime. Thrust up by volcanoes, carved by ice and sea, its diverse and dramatic landscapes make it the ultimate destination for those in search of extreme sports, wild Nature or artistic inspiration. In addition to its geological wonders — the Old Man of Storr, the Quiraing, the Spar Cave, the Cuillin — the island has a rich Gaelic heritage, its stirring history chronicled in music, poetry and folklore, and in the evocative ruins of castles and abandoned villages.

https://www.countrylife.co.uk/travel/weekends-away/a-weekend-or-longer-on-skye-scotland-what-to-do-where-to-eat-where-to-stay-229366

My Heart ’s in the Highlands
by Robert Burns 1759-1796

My heart ’s in the Highlands, my heart is not here;
My heart ’s in the Highlands a chasing the deer;
Chasing the wild deer, and following the roe,
My heart ’s in the Highlands wherever I go…
2 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
A peaceful moment for you today (Original Post) bronxiteforever Sep 2021 OP
Thank you. It almost looks like a watercolour. niyad Sep 2021 #1
K&R for the beauty and peace of Scotland. abqtommy Sep 2021 #2
Latest Discussions»The DU Lounge»A peaceful moment for you...