The drive from Port Ellen to Kildalton Chapel & Cross was just stunning. Beautiful landscape in all directions. And I was even greeted by a lovely honesty box at the chapel. The Kildalton Cross was carved in the 700s and it is one of two examples of the type with the encircling glory now remaining […]
Dunyvaig Castle – the remains of a castle dating back to the 12th century, sits on an old broch – with amazing views in all directions. It was built by Somerled, King of the Isles, on top of a fort or dun on a rocky promontory jutting into Lagavulin Bay. Over the centuries, Dunyvaig was […]
I found an honesty shop on my way to Bowmore – a telephone box filled with cards and other stationery. Bowmore Let´s take a little stroll around Bowmore with me. Bowmore is Islay’s administrative capital and offers various shops and other activities. Of course, there is also a distillery, right in the centre of the […]