Today was a very special day. We travelled along the length of Mull to a small island off its western tip called Iona. On this island, MANY years ago (aprox 780AD) an Irish monk (sounds a bit strange, I know) St Columba - established a monastery and through it helped spread Christianity through Scotland and a large part of Europe.
They survived Viking raids and the Book of Kells was also written here.
To this day many make a pilgrimage to this special site. The whole area feels so peaceful and is absolutely beautiful!! Ancient monastery, ruins, giant stone crosses, white sandy beaches...and giant woolly sheep.
Thank you for the blog - it's wonderful to be able to follow your adventures - and see the great pics. Received your post card on Friday -amidst many chuckles from friends. Coincidentally met a Scot at lunch yesterday and he could explain more clearly where these beautiful places are.
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Your photos are stunning!
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