Scotland is well known for its dramatic beauty. Here are some of our many stories of Scotland's natural wonders.
Strong Atlantic currents and unusual underwater topography conspire to produce the third largest whirlpool in the world in Scotland. It is the result of a particularly intense tidal race in the Corryvreckan channel between the islands of Jura and Scarba, off the west coast of mainland Scotland.
Light pollution has meant that the beauty of the night sky has been lost in many built up areas of Britain. But in 12 Dark Sky Places - Parks and Reserves - it's possible to experience truly dark skies - and see far-off stars and galaxies, just as our ancestors did.
Loch Ness may be best known for the mythical monster, but this long and deep freshwater loch in the Scottish Highlands is a beautiful location whether or not you get a glimpse of Nessie!
The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, are famous as a natural light display in the Earth's sky, predominantly seen in high latitudes towards the arctic. But they are not unknown to be visible from the UK particularly in the far north of Scotland, and the remoter islands. They've even been seen from the Lake District, Wales and Exmoor.
The most north-westerly point in mainland Britain, Cape Wrath in Sutherland, Scotland, is one of the most remote places in the country. Visitors who reach this point will be rewarded with wild and beautiful scenery... and (thankfully) a cafe.
Fingal's Cave is a sea cave on the uninhabited island of Staffa, in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. It is known for its dramatic shape and natural acoustics. It is formed entirely from hexagonal basalt columns, similar in structure to the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland.
