Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt On Rubh' an Dùnain Peninsula On Summer History Visit To Skye Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Summer travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and and Sporran and walking on the remote uninhabited Rubh' an Dùnain peninsula on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to Isle of Skye, Britain, United Kingdom. Situated at the foot of the Cuillin mountains, it is a highway into history, boasting over 5,000 years of continuous human occupation from Mesolithic hunter gatherers to Viking invaders and the MacAskill clan. A prehistoric stone fortification, Iron Age, sits above sea level, providing defensive views over the Soay Sound. There are remains of the 18th century home of the Clan MacAskill, who served as coastguards for the Clan MacLeod of Dunvegan until the Highland Clearances in the middle of the 19th century. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. Summer in Scotland officially runs from June through August All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt By Harlosh Point On Summer History Visit To Isle Of Skye Scotland

Tour Scotland very short 4K Summer travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a Kilt and and Sporran and walking by the headland at Harlosh Point on ancestry, genealogy, family history visit and trip to the West Coast of Isle of Skye, Inner Hebrides, Britain, United Kingdom. Only a mile southwest of the of Harlosh, the headland of Harlosh Point sits at the end of a peninsula, Harlosh, Scottish Gaelic: Heàrrlois, is a settlement on the island of Skye. The name " Harlosh " is of Old Norse origin and may refer to a river mouth, although the meaning is not clear. Skye is almost 50 miles long, and its coastline is so deeply indented that no part is more than 5 miles rom the sea. Skye was occupied in prehistoric times and settled by Gaelic speaking Scots from Ireland. Norsemen ruled the island from the 9th to the 12th century. Thereafter, while the kingdom of Scotland claimed the island, the Lords of the Isles maintained independent control of the Hebrides until the 15th century. During the late 18th and early 19th centuries the poverty of the crofters was extreme, and large numbers were forced to emigrate. Sea fishing industry, once a mainstay of the economy, has declined, but commercial fish farming, particularly of salmon, is now an important part of the local economy. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. Summer in Scotland officially runs from June through August All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Blue Tit Bird On Summer Saturday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Summer Saturday wilfdlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of a colourful Blue Tit bird spotted eating on a morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The blue tit bird is identified by its colourful plumage. Blue tit’s wings, tail and crown are bright blue and their other defining features include a yellow breast, green shading on their back, white cheeks, a single white wing bar, and prominent black stripes on the eyes, bib and collar. Although the female and male are nearly indistinguishable, the female is slightly paler. Juveniles can be distinguished from adults as their colouring is more green than blue, and their cheeks are yellow rather than white. Blue tits are typically found in woodland areas, although they are well adapted to gardens and towns. They are very agile birds. The population of this species has flourished due to the increased availability of nest boxes and garden feeders. Blue tits can be observed in gardens eating at bird feeders or scavenging for food. Some of their favourite foods are insects, sunflower hearts, Mealworms, suet and peanuts. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. Exposure to nature not only makes you feel better emotionally, it contributes to your physical wellbeing. Summer in Scotland officially runs from June through August All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Robin Birds On Summer Saturday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland very short 4K Summer Saturday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of much loved Robin birds spotted eating on a morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The Robin bird is a familiar visitor to my garden. There are tales stretching back to Norse mythology where the robin is the protector from storms and lightning. And in Celtic folklore the robin is known as the Oak King of Summer. The well known phrase, " When robins appear, loved ones are near ", alludes to the belief that the robin is a messenger. When robins are seen, some people take comfort that loved ones are at peace, and many believe that their lost loved ones are visiting them. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. Exposure to nature not only makes you feel better emotionally, it contributes to your physical wellbeing. Summer in Scotland officially runs from June through August All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Magpie Birds On Summer Saturday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Summer Saturday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of beautiful, sociable, black and white Magpie Birds spotted eating on morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The magpie bird is one of our most familiar birds and the source of much myth and legend: '" ne for sorrow, two for a joy "is a rhyme that many children learn. Magpies are, in fact, small crows, and are omnivorous, feeding on carrion, invertebrates, and chicks and eggs. They are sociable birds and are often seen in small groups across many habitats, from gardens to parks, and heaths to hedges. The magpie is an unmistakeable long tailed bird. It is mainly black, with a white belly and white patches on the shoulders and wings. Folklore surrounds the magpie: from providing good luck when greeted, to being in league with the Devil, its ubiquitous presence has provided plenty of opportunities for stories. Many surround religion, including the belief that it didn't mourn with all the other birds at Christ's crucifixion, and that it refused to enter Noah's Ark, preferring to stay on the roof and swear for the whole journey. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. Exposure to nature not only makes you feel better emotionally, it contributes to your physical wellbeing. Summer in Scotland officially runs from June through August All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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