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  2. LocationIsle of Skye, Highland, Scotland
    Established1981
    Area227 km² (88 sq mi)
    Governing bodyNatureScot
    Etymology

    There are several theories about the derivation of the name 'Cuillin'. One suggestion is that it comes from the Old Norse word kjölen, which literally means the keel of a boat, suggesting a similarity with an upturned … See more

    Natural history

    The Cuillin are a diverse and complex geological landscape, and there is a clear distinction visible between the two mountain types. The mountains formed from the remains of the magma chambers which fed v… See more

    History

    Due to the rocky nature of the Cuillin they have historically been of little use for agriculture: this contrasts with the majority of the highlands, where the hills were used to provide seasonal grazing for cattle and sheep. … See more

    Climbing and hillwalking

    The summits of the Cuillin are bare rock, jagged in outline and with steep cliffs and deep cut corries and gullies. Twelve Black Cuillin peaks are listed as Munros, though one of them, Blaven, is part of a group of outliers sep… See more

     
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  1. The Cuillin | Isle of Skye | Red & Black Cuillin Mountains

     
  2. About the Cuillin Ridge Traverse - Skye Guides

  3. Isle of Skye: Cuillin Ridge Traverse | The Basics

    May 12, 2021 · The Skye Cuillin Ridge is arguably the most sought-after ridge walk/scramble in the UK. This guide offers the basic information and equipment you'll need for a successful traverse of this famous scramble.

  4. The Cuillin: walks and scrambles, including Minginish

    24 rows · Explore the stunning mountains and coastline of the Isle of Skye, …

  5. Cuillin Ridge : Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering : …

    The Cuillin of the Isle of Skye are Britain's most impressive mountains, a compact group of Alpine peaks rearing straight out of the Atlantic. Forming a rough horseshoe more than 11km long, the Cuillin Main Ridge is a complex tangle of …

  6. The Cuillin, Cuillin – Hills & Mountains - VisitScotland

    The Cuillin is a world famous mountain range on the Isle of Skye and forms part of the MacLeod Estate. Mainly composed of basalt and gabbro, the Black Cuillin derives its name from the dark colour of the gabbro.

  7. Cuillin Ridge | Your questions answered | Isle of Skye - climbing …

  8. UKC Articles - The Cuillin Ridge, Skye: Hints and Tips - UKClimbing

  9. Cuillin Ridge Traverse, Highlands, Scotland - 4 …

    Isle Of Skye, Highlands, Scotland. Photos (279) Directions. Print/PDF map. Share. More. Length 24.5 kmElevation gain 2,165 mRoute type Point-to-point. Proceed cautiously on this 24.5-km point-to-point trail near Isle Of Skye, …

  10. Cuillin Ridge Traverse | Isle of Skye - The Mountaineering Company

  11. Cuillin Ridge Traverse | Skye Adventure Guides

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  13. Cuillin Ridge Traverse: Ten Top Tips | Climbing in …

    Jun 11, 2019 · The Cuillin Ridge Traverse on the Isle of Skye is one of the most sought after mountaineering challenges in Britain. With twelve kilometres of scrambling terrain, eleven Munro summits, four graded rock climbs and …

  14. Guided Cuillin Ridge Traverse | Isle of Skye | Abacus Mountain …

  15. A Traverse of the Cuillin Ridge - UKClimbing

  16. How to scramble the Cuillin Ridge - British Mountaineering Council

  17. Guided two day Cuillin Ridge Traverse- Isle of skye - Rock n Ridge

  18. Guided Cuillin Ridge Traverse, Isle of Skye - Scott Webster …

  19. UKC Articles - Cuillin Traverse: Taking the Easier Route

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