South Uist
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South Uist is the second-largest island of the Outer Hebrides in Scotland. At the 2011 census, it had a usually resident population of 1,754: a decrease of 64 since 2001. The island, in common with the rest of the Hebrides, is one of the last remaining strongholds of the Gaelic language in Scotland. South Uist's inhabitants are known in Gaelic as Deasaich (Southerners). The population is about 90% Roman Catholic.
Looking west to Nicolson's Leap. In the background are Gèideabhal, also known as Beinn Mhòr, on the left, and Hecla on the right.
The neolithic monument at Beinn A' Charra
Cladh Hallan roundhouses
Mallaig
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Mallaig is a port in Morar, on the west coast of the Highlands of Scotland. It faces Skye from across the Sound of Sleat. The local railway station is the terminus of the West Highland Line, and the town is linked to Fort William by the A830 road – the "Road to the Isles".
Approaching Mallaig harbour on the ferry from the Isle of Skye.
The Fisherman and Child sculpture by Mark Rogers at the entrance to Mallaig harbour
Sunset over the Sound of Sleat