The Isle of Skye, located in the Scottish Highland, has earned itself a reputation among those who have experienced its beauty.
It is a destination that once discovered will become a favorite escape.
Have you ever visited a place where you can experience four seasons in a single hour? Likely you have not, because the Isle of Skye is one of the few places on earth where this is possible.
The area is an easy and picturesque drive from Edinburgh.
Though it is a six-hour drive, it is a trip that is worth making just because of the scenery you will have the opportunity to witness.
There are several popular Scottish landmarks on the way to Skye, and you will enjoy not wish to miss a single one, each so unique and exquisite in its own way.
You will approach Glens Cove, an awe-inspiring valley surrounded by majestic mountains and waterfalls.
As you drive across the beautiful countryside, you will hardly be able to resist stopping to hike to some overlook or snap a photo of some tranquil grazing sheep.
You will pass quite a few cars that have pulled over to the side in awe.
Skye itself is a wind-swept region that has few trees and seems filled with mystery and ancient history.
If you visit in June, you will be delighted to experience the famous Skye Pipe Band Festival.
This country will teach you a love for the sound of the bagpipe like you never knew.
There is a museum on the North edge of Skye.
This is an outdoor establishment that gives you a glimpse of ancient Scotland and its beginnings.
There are quaint little shops, restaurants, and pubs, and darling little bed and breakfasts that invite you to visit them.
You can take a hike across the town and escape to misty hollows and vales where blowers and wildlife are abundant.
Whether you need an escape or are merely curious about this small country, you will not be disappointed.