OS Map of Aonach Eagach - Sgorr nam Fiannaidh

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14-Nov-24 • Rob van Eerd • flickr

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Herfstkleuren bij Loch Atriochtan

14-Nov-24 • Rob van Eerd • flickr

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Herfstkleuren bij Loch Atriochtan

14-Nov-24 • Rob van Eerd • flickr

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26-Dec-23 • milosz13 • flickr

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Rocky, pinnacled, serrated and narrow ridge called Aonach Eacgh, above Glencoe and Loch Achtriochatan, Argyll, Scotland.

Poem. Most heralded, stark and infamous of valleys. The northern and southern slopes produce an outstanding symmetry in this shallow reed-laden lake. What devilish, deadly deeds were committed where “X” marks the spot, treachery and massacre. And yet, for all its credentials, to chill the blood with gruesome acts, even when the clouds and temperature fall, the sheer awesome magnificence of this place can not be overstated. THIS IS GLENCOE!

08-Sep-23 • Scotland by NJC. • flickr

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Rocky, pinnacled, serrated and narrow ridge called Aonach Eacgh, above Glencoe and Loch Achtriochatan, Argyll, Scotland.

Poem. Most heralded, stark and infamous of valleys. The northern and southern slopes produce an outstanding symmetry in this shallow reed-laden lake. What devilish, deadly deeds were committed where “X” marks the spot, treachery and massacre. And yet, for all its credentials, to chill the blood with gruesome acts, even when the clouds and temperature fall, the sheer awesome magnificence of this place can not be overstated. THIS IS GLENCOE!

08-Sep-23 • Scotland by NJC. • flickr

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The imposing slopes of Glencoe reflect in the waters of Loch Achtriochtan, Argyll, Scotland.

Commentary. Most heralded, stark and infamous of valleys. The northern and southern slopes produce an outstanding symmetry in this shallow reed-laden lake. What devilish, deadly deeds were committed where “X” marks the spot, treachery and massacre. And yet, for all its credentials, to chill the blood with gruesome acts, even when the clouds and temperature fall, the sheer awesome magnificence of this place can not be overstated. THIS IS GLEN COE!

08-Sep-23 • Scotland by NJC. • flickr

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The imposing slopes of Glencoe reflect in the waters of Loch Achtriochtan, Argyll, Scotland.

Poem. Glencoe has ambience and mystique whether under swirling mist, driven snow or under blue skies. A majesty and grandeur beyond temporary conditions. The slopes of Aonach Dubh plunge dramatically as the sun beams rip through the glen like a golden rapier. Northern and southern bluffs reflect in Loch Achtriochtan’s shallow, reed-laden waters that magnify the dominance and scale of this awesome and legendary glen. It is ominous, daunting and commanding. It grabs one’s psyche and won’t let go. It has a wild, brutal and rugged beauty that belies its violent volcanic origins 420 million years ago and subsequent glacial scouring. Moving……to the nth. degree!

08-Sep-23 • Scotland by NJC. • flickr

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The imposing slopes of Glencoe reflect in the waters of Loch Achtriochtan, Argyll, Scotland.

Commentary. Most heralded, stark and infamous of valleys. The northern and southern slopes produce an outstanding symmetry in this shallow reed-laden lake. What devilish, deadly deeds were committed where “X” marks the spot, treachery and massacre. And yet, for all its credentials, to chill the blood with gruesome acts, even when the clouds and temperature fall, the sheer awesome magnificence of this place can not be overstated. THIS IS GLEN COE!

08-Sep-23 • Scotland by NJC. • flickr

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The house. Sunrise catches mountains, flora and the shallow waters of Loch Achtriochtan in Glencoe, Argyll, Scotland.

Poem. Is this a lonely house? It is isolated. It is alone. But is it lonely? Well that depends! For me, no. For others, yes. For me – I can be lonely in a huge city, surrounded by lights and sky-scrapers and people and traffic and business. Cities can be cold and heartless and self-centred and isolating. Only greed and self-satisfaction to feed the soul. In this house I could be part of a family, a family of people and a family of spirits. The spirits of the mountains, lakes, streams, plants, trees and rocks. Here I feel at one with nature, with God’s creative hand on a timeless landscape. I feel at peace with my place in a far bigger picture than a city. The city has been here for milliseconds. The valley has been here for countless eons. It is here that I feel complete!

30-Aug-10 • Scotland by NJC. • flickr

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