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An Àirde

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An Àirde is a sea cliff or coastal rock feature composed primarily of basalt, formed during the Tertiary period through volcanic activity. It is notable as part of the extensive igneous landscape of the Western Isles, reflecting the region's geological history of ancient volcanic eruptions and subsequent coastal erosion.

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