Fannichs
| Fannichs | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Highest point | |
| Peak | Sgùrr Mòr |
| Elevation | 1,110 m (3,640 ft) |
| Naming | |
| Native name | Frìth Fanaich (Scottish Gaelic) |
| Geography | |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Country | Scotland |
| Council area | Highland |
The Fannichs are a range of mountains located in Highland, Scotland. It lies between Loch Fannich in the southeast and Loch Broom in the northwest. According to Edward Dwelly, the word "fannich" means "flat place".[1]
It is well known for its high mountains, including Munros. They include:
- Sgùrr Mòr 1,110m
- Sgùrr nan Clach Geala 1,093m
- Sgurr Breac 999m
- A' Chailleach 997m
- Carn na Criche 961m
- 954m
- 949m
- Meall a' Chrasgaidh 934m
- 923m
- 923m
The Fannichs are also a Special Area of Conservation.[2]
References[]
- ^ Faclair Gàidhlig air son nan sgoiltean le Edward Dwelly, 1902, td 411
- ^ "Fannich Hills". Joint Nature Conservation Committee. UK Government. Retrieved May 6, 2018.
Categories:
- Mountain ranges of Scotland
- Mountains and hills of Highland (council area)
- Special Areas of Conservation in Scotland