What is recorded here
Hill of the quaich
Meall Chuaich, meaning "Hill of the quaich," is a small, rounded hill likely under 500 meters in height. Its name reflects a traditional Scottish association with the quaich, a shallow drinking cup symbolizing hospitality and kinship. While its geological composition is not specifically recorded, such hills in the region are often of ancient, eroded granite or schist. The name suggests cultural significance in local heritage.
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Places near here
Druim nan SacMountain / peak · 1.4 mi
Cuaich DamDam (period Unassigned) · 1.7 mi
Bogha-cloicheMountain / peak · 1.7 mi
Cuaich Power StationHydroelectric Power Station (modern) · 2.7 mi
Loch An T-seilichEnclosure(s) (period Unassigned), Structure(s) (period Unassigned) · 2.9 mi
Crubenmore, Old BridgeRoad Bridge (19th Century) · 3.3 mi
Falls of TruimWaterfall · 3.6 mi
Glen TruimNo Class (event) (period Unassigned) · 4.5 mi
MacPherson MonumentMemorial · 4.6 mi
Battle of Invernahavonbattle · 5.5 mi
Ordan ShiosCliff · 5.6 mi
Calum Piobair MemorialMemorial · 5.9 miOther information
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