An Goban

Headland

Why this matters

An Goban is a headland composed primarily of basalt, formed during the Paleogene period through volcanic activity associated with the North Atlantic Igneous Province. It is notable for its columnar jointing, a result of the rapid cooling of lava flows, and its resilience to coastal erosion.

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An Goban is shown as a headland on the public map of Highland. The saved point is the map point or the centre of its mapped shape.

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