Here are a set of shots I took traveling through Glencoe Glen into the Scottish Highlands on our way to Loch Ness. Our group loved getting caught in the rain. Living in the desert, this was as foreign terrain as we could have asked for and the Highlands held us spellbound. Which one do you like best?
I appreciated how pristine the region was. No pollution or human traces of developments or resorts or water traffic on the lochs. The houses are stone and plaster and there’s no such thing as a billboard. It truly felt like I had stepped back in time.
Cindy Bruchman 
These are ALL terrific photos! What a magical place! Love the shot of Ulani as well!
LikeLiked by 1 person
The wind was so strong it blew everyone about. I loved it.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I think that dramatic weather is exactly what makes that such a unique place! Great photos as always
LikeLike
Hi John, yes, the wind and rain was persistant and I couldn’t keep my lens clean from drops. I gave up hoping they added to the action. 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
The shots had terrific atmosphere!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Great shots, Cindy.
LikeLike
Wonderful photos, Cindy. Thank you.
LikeLike
Thanks for saying so, Ted!
LikeLike
your photos shout of what a great time you had. Love the foggy mountains.
LikeLike
I know (says Pete) you all have had your share of precipitation this year, but for us, we had a great time dancing in the rain.
LikeLiked by 1 person
So would I amongst that wonderful scenery. My back garden, not so much!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hi. Good photos. I think I like the first one the best. It’s a nice place in which to be caught in the rain.
Neil Scheinin
LikeLike
Thanks, I couldn’t agree with you more. We felt quite small in the valley surrounded by magnificent mountains with their waterfalls.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Is that the Buachaille at Glen Etive, Cindy? Such a wonderful place that holds very dear memories for me.
LikeLike
Mark! How great you stopped round today. Yes, I do believe so. Did you camp? Hike? I saw all the paths and immediately it made me want to return when the weather was clear and take a long hike.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hi Cindy. It’s been a while. Hope you’re well?
Yeah, I’ve hiked and camped over there many moons ago. Stayed in a few bothy’s nearby as well. Stunning part of Scotland.
LikeLike
I am well and jealous you live so close to a beautiful region.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Haha! We all live in lovely surroundings it’s just a matter of perception and appreciation. I do feel privileged on occasion though.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Wow! Gorgeous. Spellbound on misty moor.
LikeLike
You said it perfectly. I find it haungtingly beautiful. A truly unique spot on the globe.
LikeLike
Buachaille Etive Mor is higher up, on the moorland before you get to Glencoe. The peaks on your photographs are the Three Sisters, with the Hidden Valley between two of them. One and two, possibly ??? That was where the people who escaped the massacre hid, back in 1692.
LikeLike
oh, thanks, John. I wasn’t sure. YES I remember the guide saying three sisters. I grabbed this from the internet: “Seen from Glencoe are the three sisters. Beinn Fhada, Gearr Aonach, and Aonach Dubh. Coire Gabhail, the Lost Valley or Hidden Glen, leads up to the Bidean ridge: the peak of Stob Coire Sgreamhach is left of centre, with the slopes of Gearr Aonach to the right.” It’s all Gaelic, to me. 😉
LikeLike
You enjoyed the feel of rain and strong wind? That’s priceless, Cindy. 🙂
I would have thought you had enough of that when you were stationed in Scotland
Did you hear about the famous massacre at Glencoe while you were there?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massacre_of_Glencoe
I suspect the McDonalds are still haunting that place…
Best wishes, Pete. x
LikeLike
Yes, we sure did hear about the massacre. I honestly never minded the wind and rain. I thought it was dramatic and ancient and wonderful. Odd to you, I’m sure. But it added an element of excitement to the day.
LikeLiked by 1 person
All good, but thirst an outstanding winner
LikeLike
Our group felt small in our vast surroundings.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Should have been the first
LikeLiked by 1 person
Wow! Every photo is remarkable. The first one in the rain, and the castle stairs are my favorites. Thank you, Cindy!
LikeLike
Thanks, Jennie. The stairs came out clear and I felt like I could walk into the photo and climb them.
LikeLiked by 1 person
They looked remarkable!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Wonderful atmosphere in these pictures!
LikeLike
Thank you, Pit. I like it when nature creates motion.
LikeLike
Amazing scenery and photography! Love the fog 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
We did, too. It fit the Celtic music we were listening to as well as the destination to castles and lochs.
LikeLiked by 1 person
What an unforgettable trip. I wish I make it there someday.
LikeLike
You are closer than I am. 😉
LikeLiked by 1 person
Sometimes it doesn’t help LOL
LikeLiked by 1 person
Beautiful unspoiled country. Billboards are a modern curse to distract you while driving and spoil the view. 🙂 Obviously Ulani was having a great time.
LikeLike
I am so happy I encouraged her to join us.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Great post 🙂 All of the pictures are beautiful and your granddaughter looks like she was having a blast 🙂 Anyway, keep up the great work as always 🙂
LikeLike
It was a special time with my son and her. I’ll never forget it.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Great shots. Not sure how this post slipped by me. The pansies are gorgeous. And I really like the shot of the stone steps. But I scoured the waters in your Loch Ness photo and found nothing resembling a….you know….
LikeLike
She must have been sleeping in an underwater canyon. I’ve heard the lock is 900 feet in places. Thanks for commenting!
LikeLiked by 1 person
WOW!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I love the pansies…. and the Highland coooows.
LikeLike
I am a sucker for cows.
LikeLike
i like them all, but the first one gets my vote because of the sharp focus of the people aginst the soft focuss of nature
LikeLike
Thanks, I liked that effect, too. I appreciate the comment.
LikeLike