The Fannichs are a range of mountains located in Highland, Scotland. It lies between Loch Fannich in the southeast and Loch Broom in the northwest. According to Edward Dwelly, the word "fannich" means "flat place".[1]
| Fannichs | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Highest point | |
| Peak | Sgùrr Mòr |
| Elevation | 1,110 m (3,640 ft) |
| Naming | |
| Native name | Frìth Fanaich (Scottish Gaelic) |
| Geography | |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Country | Scotland |
| Council area | Highland |
| Range coordinates | 57°42′N 5°01′W / 57.700°N 5.017°W |
It is well known for its high mountains, including nine Munros:
- Sgùrr Mòr 1,110m
- Sgùrr nan Clach Geala 1,093m
- Sgurr Breac 999m
- A' Chailleach 997m
- Beinn Liath Mhòr Fanaich 954m
- Meall Gorm 949m
- Meall a' Chrasgaidh 934m
- Sgùrr nan Each 923m
- An Coileachan 923m
The Fannichs are also a Special Area of Conservation.[2]
References edit
- ^ Faclair Gàidhlig air son nan sgoiltean le Edward Dwelly, 1902, td 411
- ^ "Fannich Hills". Joint Nature Conservation Committee. UK Government. Retrieved May 6, 2018.