Mountains & hills · Scottish Islands
Gyran
In or near Stromness.
Gyran — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
Alan Reid — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Gyran is a named hill or mountain in scotland islands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Gyran is a mountain located in the Scottish Islands. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views typical of the region. Visitors can expect a challenging landscape ideal for experienced hikers and those seeking to explore the natural beauty of the islands. The area provides opportunities for outdoor activities and wildlife observation, contributing to its appeal as a natural landmark.
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- Coordinates
- 59.0220, -3.3237
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW16 3LW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-12612979 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gyran?
- Gyran is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW16 3LW).
- What is Gyran?
- Gyran — a hill or mountain in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Gyran?
- Drivers can use postcode KW16 3LW.
- How do I get to Gyran?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW16 3LW. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.