The Northern Lights
The Aurora Borealis – nature’s most beautiful light show The definition – which is probably scientifically correct – seems anaemic for those who have seen the spectacular Aurora Polaris or Aurora Borealis phenomenon also known as the Northern Lights, in its full brightness – quickly changing colours, power and changing form, it produces a significant natural light show


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Venice
An archipelago of 118 islands connected by over 400 bridges, Italy's Venice is a city that is uniquely wedded to the sea. Perhaps no other city of the West has so long, and so strongly appealed to the romantic imagination as "la Serenissima", the "most serene" city. With its palaces and cathedrals, its canals and bridges, it appears to float magically on the water. Its vast expanses of buildings and monuments, its gondoliers and chansonniers, its frescoes and glassworks set Venice apart, not just from most cities, but from the contemporary world itself.

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Isle of Skye
The Island of Skye, situated off the West coast of Mainland Scotland, is the largest and best known of the Inner Hebrides. Sometimes referred to in Gaelic poetry and song as Eilean a' Cheò (The Misty Isle), Skye is renown for its natural beauty, history and wildlife. Excellence destination for hiking.

Resource : The Internet Guide to Scotland

Resource : Isle of Skye Community Web Site