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Càrn nan Gabhar

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Càrn nan Gabhar
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Hill of the goats
Càrn nan Gabhar, meaning "Hill of the Goats," is a Gaelic name suggesting a landscape historically associated with grazing or wild goats. Its geology is typical of the Scottish Highlands, likely composed of ancient metamorphic or igneous rock. The name reflects the cultural and pastoral significance of such hills in Scottish tradition.

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