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The Hebrides ( / ˈhɛbrɪdiːz / HEB-rid-eez; Scottish Gaelic: Innse Gall, pronounced [ˈĩːʃə ˈkaul̪ˠ]; Old Norse: Suðreyjar, lit. 'Southern isles') are an archipelago off the west coast of the Scottish mainland. The islands fall into two main groups, based on their proximity to the mainland: the Inner and Outer Hebrides .
Jun 13, 2024 · Hebrides, group of more than 40 islands extending in an arc off the Atlantic (west) coast of Scotland. The islands are subdivided into two groups—the Inner Hebrides to the east and the Outer Hebrides to the west—which are separated from each other by channels called the Minch and the Little Minch.
May 20, 2014 · The magic of the Hebrides islands begins as soon as you board the ferry from Scotland's west coast. Read on for how to make the most of your time here.
Jul 15, 2024 · The islands are one of the few areas in Scotland where Scottish Gaelic is still spoken as the everyday language. The Outer Hebrides have been inhabited for at least 4,000 years, and prehistoric remains are numerous, including the fine megalithic stone circle at Callanish (Lewis).
The Outer Hebrides (/ ˈ h ɛ b r ɪ d iː z / HEB-rid-eez) or Western Isles (Scottish Gaelic: na h-Eileanan Siar [nə ˈhelanən ˈʃiəɾ] ⓘ, na h-Eileanan an Iar [nə ˈhelanən əɲ ˈiəɾ] ⓘ or na h-Innse Gall, 'Islands of the Strangers'; Scots: Waster Isles), sometimes known as the Long Isle or Long Island (Scottish Gaelic: an t ...
Sep 29, 2022 · This travel guide for the Hebrides Islands in Scotland covers how to get there, which islands to visit, things to do, where to stay and more!
Jul 19, 2023 · From spectacular beaches and distinctive seabirds to heritage fabrics and traditional smokehouses, the islands of the Hebrides offer an epic taste of adventure, culture and exploration.
