6 Facts About Scotland’s Enchanting Isle of Skye
The Isle of Skye is Scotland’s largest, and perhaps most magnificent, island of the Inner Hebrides archipelago. It’s located on the West Coast, a little over 4 hours drive from Glasgow.
The island is known for its fairy pools, indented coastline, and rugged landscapes that enchant both the locals and its visitors. It’s a land of folklore, faeries, and mystical beauty.
The Isle of Skye is exceptional in my book, and is one of my favorite places in Scotland for its gorgeous backdrops, hiking routes, and sense of peace and tranquility. There’s nothing better for me than wandering this isle barefoot, carefree, and in touch with my surroundings.
So, to share more about Scotland’s wonderful isle, here are 6 quirky and interesting facts about the Isle of Skye.
There are more sheep than people.
There are around 100,000 sheep from a variety of breeds. People? About 10,000.
You’ll often cross sheep on the streets, roaming freely. But don’t forget about all the highland cattle a.k.a. hairy coos wandering around Skye, too.
