Natural landmarks · Scottish Highlands
Sgùrr nan Gillean
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Sgùrr nan Gillean — 964m high mountain on the island of Skye, in Highland, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Sgùrr nan Gillean is a named natural landmark in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "964m high mountain on the island of Skye, in Highland, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 57.2483°, -6.1931°.
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Official information
Sgùrr nan Gillean is a prominent mountain located on the Isle of Skye, known for its challenging hiking routes and stunning views. It stands at 964 meters and is popular among climbers and hikers seeking adventure in the Cuillin range.
From the Wikipedia article
Sgùrr nan Gillean is a peak in the northern part of the Cuillin mountains on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. With a height of 966 metres (3,169 feet), it is one of eleven Munros in the Cuillins. It is the Munro peak nearest to the settlement of Sligachan, and its impressive triangular profile makes it one of the most recognizable of the Cuillins.
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- Coordinates
- 57.2483, -6.1931
- Address
- Skye, Scotland
- Official site
- www.hill-bagging.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q2640482 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Sgùrr nan Gillean (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Sgurr nan gillean arp.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Sgùrr nan Gillean?
- Sgùrr nan Gillean is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Sgùrr nan Gillean?
- Sgùrr nan Gillean — 964m high mountain on the island of Skye, in Highland, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Sgùrr nan Gillean?
- Its coordinates are 57.2483°, -6.1931°.
- Is Sgùrr nan Gillean free to visit?
- Yes, Sgùrr nan Gillean is free to enter.