Outer Hebrides
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About The Outer Hebrides
The Outer Hebrides (also known as the Western Isles) consists of over 100 islands but the main inhabited islands are as follows:
Isle of Lewis
Isle of Harris
Isle of Scalpay
North Uist
South Uist
Benbecula
Barra
Known for it's friendly inhabitants the Outer Hebrides are a popular destination for those seeking a vacation out of the ordinary. Surprisingly the islands are a popular destination for surfers, cyclists, mountaineers and other sportsmen besides the expected anglers. Though fishing is a s popular as ever the number of sporting events held in the Hebrides seems to be increasing year by year.
Culturally the hebrides Isles are the main area for natural Gaelic speakers. In recent years there has been much investment in this language once widespread across Scotland and the National Mod is the showcase of traditional Gaelic talent. Gaelic seems to be an adaptable language incorporating many modern english words and the music also seems to fuse with numerous styles and the Celtic sound is wide and varied. The Hebridean Celtic Festival, which is held in Stornoway annually, is now a premier destination for those who enjoy the celtic music scene and for those who haven't experienced a Scottish music festival the HebFest is as family friendly as all of the others and a great, fun, day out for all.
Stornoway is the main town and most popular place to stay in the Outer Hebrides. However you would be missing so much if you did not venture further. The Outer Hebrides have some of the best beaches in the world a visit to the Isle of Harris provides a number of such golden shores and the west side of Lewis has areas reminiscent of Devon and Cornwall decades ago.
Historic sites are abundant witht he famous standing stones at callanish and the Carloway Broch but dotted all across the islands are numerous important sites.
Hebrides Links:
Virtual Hebrides
Our Hebrides section of Virtual Scotland. As we are based on the Isle of Harris we have an extensive Hebrides section with a truly massive section dedicated to the small Isle of Scalpay.
Hebrides Accommodation:
Why not stay in a blackhouse fitted with all the mod cons? Experience the Hebrides in a unique way. Even in the depths of winter the Hebrides provide an experience not to be missed.
You can find more information about the blackhouse and other types of accommodation at: www.borvemor.zetnet.co.uk
The Cabarfeidh Hotel in Stornoway is a popular hotel for visitors and locals alike. The function rooms are popular for wedding receptions.
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The Thorlee Guest House in Stornoway is popular due to it's reasonably priced accommodation and central location.
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The Royal Hotel Stornoway is another popular hotel in the centre of Stornoway.
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