Where'd you like to go?
Enter
My Profile
Edit your profile
Close session
Write an opinion
Publish

Inchtavannach Island

luss Address

1 review of Inchtavannach Island

Shrine in honor of the saint

Rising from Balloch towards Luss, by the A82 highway passing along the shore of Loch Lomond, you pass through many small islands. In total, Loch Lomond has more than 30 islands. Almost no one lives here, and over the centuries it's served as a place of refuge to pray or to hide from the enemy. The first millennium BC changed much wildlife in Scotland, and the weather became more welcoming. The Good Earth was worth one fight. People began to build houses, for example on Swan Island, an artificial island built by man which a house in the middle. Behind the island you can see Inchtavannach, which means the island of a monk's house.

Read more
Have you been here?
Add your opinion and photos and help other travelers discover

Information about Inchtavannach Island