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Islay is an island in the southernmost part of the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. Known as "The Queen of the Hebrides", it is the fifth-largest Scottish island and the eighth-largest island surrounding Great Britain.

Geography[edit]

Islay is located just off the west coast of mainland Scotland. Its geography is characterized by a low-lying fertile plain in the east and rugged hills in the west. The island's capital and largest settlement is Bowmore, where the local council is based.

History[edit]

Islay has a rich history dating back to the Mesolithic period. The island was part of the Gaelic Kingdom of Dál Riata during the Iron Age. In the Medieval period, it was under the rule of the Lords of the Isles, a title which eventually passed to the MacDonald family.

Economy[edit]

The economy of Islay is dominated by agriculture, fishing, and whisky distilling. The island is known worldwide for its whisky, with a distinct style that is recognized as a sub-region of Scotch whisky production. There are currently nine active distilleries on Islay.

Culture[edit]

The culture of Islay is deeply rooted in its Celtic heritage, with the island's music, festivals, and sports reflecting this influence. The annual Feis Ile festival attracts visitors from around the world for a celebration of traditional music, dance, and whisky.

Flora and Fauna[edit]

Islay is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The island's habitats, which include moorland, peat bogs, and coastal areas, support a variety of wildlife. Notably, Islay is an important location for birdwatching, with species such as the Golden Eagle and Chough regularly spotted.

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Port Charlotte
The Isle of Ila
The Isle of Jura
Islay topographic map
Islay Geology
Rocks near Claddach bay
Dun Nosebridge
Port nan Gallan, on the Mull of Oa
Standing Stone below Druim an Stuim
Claig Castle
Amie mac Ruari
Finlaggan - Eilean Mór from the north

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+File:Port_Charlotte.jpg|Port Charlotte
+File:Blaeu_-_Atlas_of_Scotland_1654_-_ILA_INSVLA_-_The_Isle_of_Ila.jpg|The Isle of Ila
+File:Blaeu_-_Atlas_of_Scotland_1654_-_IVRA_INSVLA_-_The_Isle_of_Jura.jpg|The Isle of Jura
+File:Islay_topographic_map-en.svg|Islay topographic map
+File:Islay_Geology.png|Islay Geology
+File:Rocks_near_Claddach_bay_-_geograph.org.uk_-_565909.jpg|Rocks near Claddach bay
+File:Dun_Nosebridge.jpg|Dun Nosebridge
+File:Port_nan_Gallan,_on_the_Mull_of_Oa,_Isle_of_Islay_-_geograph.org.uk_-_92883.jpg|Port nan Gallan, on the Mull of Oa
+File:Standing_Stone_below_Druim_an_Stuim_-_geograph.org.uk_-_1419965.jpg|Standing Stone below Druim an Stuim
+File:ClaigCastle1.jpg|Claig Castle
+File:Amie_mac_Ruari.jpg|Amie mac Ruari
+File:Finlaggan_-_Eilean_Mór_from_the_north_20120411.jpg|Finlaggan - Eilean Mór from the north
+</gallery>