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Skaill House, the mansion of the discoverer of
the prehistoric site Skara Brae, is shining against thunder-clouds.
(a38) |
The prehistoric site Skara Brae has been discovered
only about 100 years ago under overgrown sanddunes. It dates
as far back as 3200 years before Christ and is older than the
Aegyptian Pyramids. (a39) |
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Lush green fields dominate the landscape everywhere
on the treeless Islands. The deep blue ocean and secluded sand
bays, as here in Birsay, belong to everydays sight on the Orkney's.
(a40) |
All the eye catches are lush green farmland. The
small settlement of Birsay with it's cemetery in the tranquil
beauty of nature is an enchanting place. (a41) |
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In the evening light, the ruins of Earl's Palace
in Birsay contrast wonderfully bizarr against the dark sea. The
cattle roaming on the lush green fields underline the great rural
charm and tranquility of these islands. (a42) |
On the tiny island Lamb Holm stands lonely and
most impressive the Italian Chapel, built from two Nissen huts
by Italian prisoners of war and decorated with wonderful wall
and roof paintings by Domenico Chiocchetti. Here the 550 Italian
Second World War prisoners found support in their unhappiness
being so far from home and in a climate not used to. (a44) |
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On South Ronaldsay, the most Southern island, we
spend the night near Hesta Head overlooking the whole beautiful
Island scenery. From far, seals are crying and goats are bleating.
It is a wonderfully tranquil atmosphere. (a45) |
In the pittoresk fishing harbour of Burray Village
fishermen are restoring and repainting their weather-beaten colourful
boats. (a46) |
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Dreamy camping place at Waulkmill bay. Everything
is enjoyable: the sunny weather, the deep blue ocean and the
total solitude. (a47 und a48) |
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Gloaming rainbow over a tranquil island scenery.
(a43) |
When evening gloaming intensifies, the silhouettes
of the 'Standing Stones of Stenness' stretch full of contrast
against the sky. Originally, the small circle of Stenness consisted
of 12 stones. Their significance is still subject to speculations,
but probably it was a religious site. (a50) |
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When the evening approaches and low tide advances,
the sand of Waulkmill Bay is shining golden. (a49) |
Set in untouched nature, the remaining of the originally
60 upright stone plates of the 'Ring of Brodgar' are a unique
sight. Especially at sunset, when their dark silhouettes contrast
wonderfully with the colouring sky, they attract many artists
who want to capture this unique scenery of the past. There are
still today speculations about their significance. But probably
it was a religious site. (a51) |
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It is impossible not to be attracted to the beauty
and wilderness of this scenery North of Stromness. (a52) |
Lonely Sea stacks, deep gorges, special sandstone
formations, spectacular cliff scenery and blooming flowers -
this unique combination at the eroded red sandstone cliffs of
Yesnaby Point attracts us again and again. Shrill calls of Oystercatchers
and nesting Arctic Terns are part of this spectacular sea-cliffs.
(a53) |
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The lighthouse on the cliff marks Noup Head at
Westray Island. (a54) |
The ferry 'St. Sunniva' of P&O Scottish Ferries
is leaving the pittoresque port of Stromness. (a55) |
