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The Whangie

This very peculiar rocky outcrop in the Kilpatrick Hills, NW of Glasgow, is one of the major attractions in the area and looks like it’s straight out of a fantasy novel. The long, narrow and winded chasm of glacial origin which separates the steep, lichen-encrusted rock walls reminded me indeed of a certain passage in the Coldfire Trilogy by Celia S. Friedman: I couldn’t help but looking up at the slice of sky, and then behind me, waiting to spot odd scaly creatures crawling down threateningly on us.  

That aside, the place is as idyllic as a place can be, and the gorgeous sunny day helped painting it like a dream. Whether you’re into field botany, geology or simply hillwalking, I would certainly recommend a visit.

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