Eas a' Chùal Aluinn, Waterfall in Assynt, Scotland
Eas a' Chùal Aluinn is a waterfall in northern Highland Scotland where water descends 200 meters in multiple tiers. The flow comes from the Allt a' Chual Aluinn river and eventually reaches Loch Glencoul below.
The waterfall got its name from Scottish Gaelic, spoken in the region for centuries. Its remote location in Assynt meant the area remained largely untouched by major changes over time.
The name comes from Scottish Gaelic, meaning "waterfall of the beautiful tresses." The surrounding landscape reflects how people have lived and worked in the Highlands for generations, with local traditions still visible in the land itself.
Access requires a demanding walk of about 10 kilometers from the A894 road, south of Kylesku settlement. The ground is uneven and conditions vary with seasons and weather.
This waterfall ranks among the tallest in the United Kingdom, far surpassing more famous falls elsewhere in the country. Its multi-tiered drop and isolated mountain setting mean few people reach it, making it a place for serious hikers only.
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