Arisaig
The small village of Arisaig lies on the famous Road to the Isles, lapped by the waters of Loch nan Ceall with breathtaking westerly views. It boasts two churches, one of which stands sentinel high overlooking the Sound of Arisaig, a school, post office, pub, village store, a couple of restaurants, a visitor centre and homes for 500 or so souls. A narrow road meanders from the village out to the Rhu peninsular, with every twist and turn affording a magical view of sea and island. Seals bask on the rocks and herons stand stock still in the shallow waters. The harbour shelters a large number of boats and "The Sheerwater" runs daily trips out to Rhum, Eigg, Muck and Canna during the summer months. In Shangri La they dream of Arisaig.
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