isle of staffa, a photo from Argyll and Bute, Scotland

Photographer's Note

Staffa (Scottish Gaelic: Stafa,[4][5] pronounced [ˈs̪t̪afa], from the Old Norse for stave or pillar island) is an island of the Inner Hebrides in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. The Vikings gave it this name as its columnar basalt reminded them of their houses, which were built from vertically placed tree-logs.[6]

Staffa lies about 10 kilometres (6 miles) west of the Isle of Mull; its area is 33 hectares (82 acres)[7] and the highest point is 42 metres (138 feet) above sea level.

The island came to prominence in the late 18th century after a visit by Sir Joseph Banks. He and his fellow-travellers extolled the natural beauty of the basalt columns in general and of the island's main sea cavern, which Banks renamed 'Fingal's Cave'. Their visit was followed by those of many other prominent personalities throughout the next two centuries, including Queen Victoria and Felix Mendelssohn. The latter's Hebrides Overture brought further fame to the island, which was by then uninhabited. It is now in the care of the National Trust for Scotland.[8] wiki source

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holmertz (103520) 2022-05-22 7:21

Hello Dale,
It's a fascinating piece of nature that looks like an abstract painting in the thumbnail. This is one of those photos that look much sharper and clearer in a new tab.
Regards,
Gert

ikeharel (114435) 2022-05-22 7:40

A fantastic earth formation, and superbly collected sight on picture, Dale.
Most attractive phenomenon, always wondered how nature doe's such rocksin orderly manner.
Good afternoon,
Ike

Tue (93296) 2022-05-22 8:04

Hello Dale,
A wonderful photo of these impressive and beautiful basalt columns. Their shapes are great and I like the mix with the smooth grass more on top.
Lars

lousat (139906) 2022-05-22 10:04

HI Dale,great idea this close up from above,perfect to show the incredible forms of rocks of Staffa,very interesting and very well done despite the distance! Have a nice evening and thanks,Luciano

Silvio1953 (222747) 2022-05-22 12:17

Ciao Dale, great view of fantastic rock formation, wonderful colors, fine details, excellent clarity and splendid light, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

COSTANTINO (117652) 2022-05-22 22:32

Hello my dearest friend
and have a nice day and a happy new week
many wishes for health and happiness
original version
a fascinating piece of nature which looks
like an abstract painting
the strength of the nature
wow!!!!
regards
costantino

ifege (49257) 2022-05-22 22:37

Hi Dale
A good photo of the tops of the basalt columns. They make a magical pattern.
cheers
Ian

jemaflor (148094) 2022-05-22 23:27

Hi Dale,
well photographed, a perfect angle to take these impressive columnar basalt, ideal sharpness and contrast, well managed and interesting about this island, tfs.

Royaldevon (86328) 2022-05-23 12:56

Hello Dale,

The Hebrides Overture is amazing.
We listened to this, even in primary school, and I can still recall the depth of the feelings created by the music!
Have you ever been to The Giant's Causeway?
This is so reminiscent of that!

You have clearly recorded the characteristic shapes of these basalt pillars!

My warm regards,
Bev :-)