Natural landmarks · Scottish Islands
Vaila Sound
Vaila Sound — a natural feature in scotland islands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Dog-friendly
About
Vaila Sound is a named natural feature 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
Vaila Sound is a natural landmark located in the Scottish Islands. It is characterised by its scenic waters that separate the islands of Vaila and Foula. The sound is notable for its rugged coastal landscape and diverse marine life, making it a point of interest for those exploring the region. Visitors can expect stunning views and opportunities for wildlife observation.
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- Coordinates
- 60.2167, -1.5833
- District
- Shetland Islands
- Postcode
- ZE2 9PB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
Sources
- manual: geonames-2635031 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Vaila Sound?
- Vaila Sound is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode ZE2 9PB).
- What is Vaila Sound?
- Vaila Sound — a natural feature in scotland islands.
- How do I get to Vaila Sound?
- Drivers can use postcode ZE2 9PB.
- How do I get to Vaila Sound?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ZE2 9PB. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.