THE WESTERN ISLES
"Ceapabhal" near Scarista, Isle of Harris. Photo by: Jim BarterThe Western Isles is a chain of islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the Northwest coast of Scotland. The Islands are also known as the Outer Hebrides or in Gaelic,
Na h-Eileanan Siar.
For a general overview of the Outer Hebrides, also known as The Western Isles, take a look at this article on Wikipedia:
For specific information about life in the Western Isles, visit:
To learn more about Hebridean history and culture, try this site:
If you would like to visit The Western Isles, a place to start might be:
