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Rubha nam Peathraichean

Headland

What is recorded here

Rubha nam Peathraichean 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 and coastal erosion features, typical of ancient lava flows in the Scottish Highlands.

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