Hermaness
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Joana Kruse
Shoot with care
Take care not to disturb birds, especially during nesting season. Keep your distance and use a long lens.
About this spot
Hermaness Cliffs are located on the island of Unst in the Shetland Islands, Scotland. They are some of the highest cliffs in the British Isles, reaching a height of over 400 feet. The cliffs are home to a variety of wildlife, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills.
The Hermaness Cliffs were formed by millions of years of erosion. The cliffs are made up of a variety of rocks, including gneiss, schist, and quartzite. The cliffs have been inhabited by humans for thousands of years. There is evidence of Neolithic settlements at Hermaness, and the cliffs were also used by Vikings.
The Hermaness Cliffs were formed by millions of years of erosion. The cliffs are made up of a variety of rocks, including gneiss, schist, and quartzite. The cliffs have been inhabited by humans for thousands of years. There is evidence of Neolithic settlements at Hermaness, and the cliffs were also used by Vikings.
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