Sgeir Shalach

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Sgeir Shalach is a coastal rock feature located in the Scottish Highlands, likely composed of metamorphic or igneous rock typical of the region's ancient geological formations. It is part of the Lewisian Gneiss complex, which dates back to around 2.7 to 3 billion years, and is notable for its resilience to erosion and its prominence in the rugged coastal landscape.

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Sgeir Shalach is shown as a named rock on the public map of Highland. The saved point is the map point or the centre of its mapped shape.

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