Portree

Approx. Time: 3 hours
Activity Level: Easy to Moderate

Eilean a Cheo is the original Gaelic name for Isle of Skye. Wherever you go on the island, you will find the Gaelic language and culture still thriving giving Skye a distinctly different feel to mainland Scotland. In fact there is even a further education college called Sabhal Mor Ostaig dedicated to preserving and developing the language. Portree, the island's capital and commercial centre, offers a deep sheltered anchorage for cruise ships with a short run of less than 1,000 meters to the landing stage. Shopping opportunities at Portree include Skye Woollen Mill which features the Isle of Skye Tartan.

Courtesy of the British Tourist Authority

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