Ronas Hill, Mountain summit in Shetland Islands, United Kingdom
Ronas Hill rises 450 meters above sea level, making it the highest peak in the Shetland Islands with commanding views across the archipelago.
The Neolithic chambered cairn near the summit contains archaeological evidence of ancient settlements and ritual practices from prehistoric times in Scotland.
Local farmers and fishermen used the pink granite summit marker as a navigational reference point for determining fishing locations in surrounding waters.
The mountain trails require proper hiking equipment and weather monitoring, as conditions can change rapidly due to the exposed North Atlantic location.
The summit houses rare Arctic plants and woodland fungi that grow alongside creeping willow, forming an unusual ecological system at this northern latitude.
Location: Shetland Islands
Elevation above the sea: 450 m
GPS coordinates: 60.53382,-1.44549
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:11
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