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Queen's View

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  1. 1Orientation

    On our third and final day, we visit Queen’s View, widely considered one of the most beautiful and photographed vistas in all of Scotland. Located on the northern shore of Loch Tummel, this viewpoint offers a breathtaking…

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  2. 2Schiehallion and the Weighing of the World

    The dominant feature on the horizon of Queen's View is the cone-shaped mountain of Schiehallion. Beyond its physical beauty, Schiehallion holds a unique place in the history of science. …

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  3. 3The Changing Face of Loch Tummel

    The body of water that stretches out before us, Loch Tummel, is a central part of the Tummel Hydro-Electric Power Scheme. Before the dam was built at Clunie, the loch was much smaller and more shallow. …

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  4. 4Closing

    As we stand at Queen's View, it is easy to understand why this spot has captured the hearts of so many for so long. It is a vista that offers a sense of perspective—on the scale of the mountains, the flow of the water, and the…

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What is Queen's View?

Queen's View is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates56.7118, -3.8643
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within a 5-minute walk
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