Fionnphort, a small community on Isle of Mull which is a staging post to reach Iona
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This evening, I am posting information on the small harbour village of Fionnphort which is located on the S.W. tip of the Isle of Mull which in turn is a large island off Scotland’s West coast.
Fionnphort translates from Gaelic as ‘fair’ or ‘holy’ port which is apposite because a short distance across the water is Iona on which St. Columba founded a monastery and such has a long Christian tradition dating back 1500 years.
Despite its tiny size, Fionnphort handles tens of thousands of visitors each year who pass through on the way to/from Iona.
More information as follows:
- To reach Fionnphort entails a 35 mile/one hour drive from Craignure. Route mainly comprises a single track road which passes through stunning scenery and a couple of small villages. Along the route it is common to encounter sheep and cattle (including Highland Cows) wandering along the road.
- The ferry trip to Iona takes about ten minutes. Motor vehicles are not normally allowed on Iona.
- At Fionnphort it is possible to connect with a boat trip to the volcanic island of Staffa.
- Fionnport is used for landing lobsters and other sea food for which Mull is famous.
- There are various shops and food outlets to cater for the large number of visitors.
- Good photo opportunities when weather conditions are favourable.
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Fionnphort from Iona
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Lobster pots and view of Iona from Fionphort
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Island scene at Fionnphort, Mull
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View from Fionnphort towards Iona with ferry.
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