Jaw-Dropping

Old Man of Storr

Even in a country such as Scotland where the scenery is stunning, a visit to the Highlands is even more impressive. And, a visit to the Isle of Skye  is jaw-dropping. No exaggeration. On a long day trip from Fort Augustus we drove along the most popular sightseeing route on the Isle of Skye, stopping whenever we could not resist gawking at the scenery. The weather was perfect. Dramatic clouds, mist, and sun.

We were not alone. During our two-hour climb of the Old Man of Storr (see photo) we saw at least one hundred others doing the same. And after navigating several miles of a narrow and windy single track road that clung to the side of a mountain, we arrived at two unbelievable sights. One, the intended sight, was another jaw dropping bit of scenery. The other, quite unexpected, was a parking lot filled with one hundred cars and a full sized tour bus. All had navigated the same single track road - even the bus. Can't figure that one out.