St Kilda, Archipelago in Outer Hebrides, Scotland.
The St Kilda archipelago lies 41 miles from the western coast of Scotland, featuring Europe's highest sea cliffs and vast colonies of seabirds.
The islands supported human settlements for over 4,000 years until 1930, when the last 36 residents departed due to declining population and isolation.
The inhabitants developed specific building techniques, creating 1,260 stone storage structures called cleitean on Hirta for preserving food and equipment.
The National Trust for Scotland maintains a small campsite on Hirta island that accommodates up to six visitors for limited stays.
Two ancient sheep breeds survive on the islands: the Neolithic Soay and the Iron Age Boreray, representing distinct periods of agricultural history.
Location: Harris
Location: Outer Hebrides
Elevation above the sea: 430 m
GPS coordinates: 57.81500,-8.58750
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:17
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