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Tayvallich. Bay of calm.

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Ocean, land, harbour – an unusual configuration.

The geology of south-west Argyll provides a series of land-protected harbours and ideal sailing waters.

 

Therefore, this ancient but mellow coastline of Dalriada is a mecca for yachting marinas.

In this scene, looking west, Tayvallich is one of very few east-facing villages on the majestic western seaboard.

 

A strip of land shelters the multifarious blue, yellow, white and red craft from the Atlantic elements.

Uncommercialised, unspoilt Tayvallich in early morning reflects the land and water dwellings in a crystal-clear symmetry.

 

Loch Melfort, Crinan, Tayvallich, Ardfern and Craobh Haven. Hidden jewels in an immensely fractured, twisting and convoluted coastline.

 

With island vistas and visits to Islay, Jura, Scarba, Luing, Seil, Kerrera and Lismore these cosy, calm and peaceful harbours

act as perfect sanctuaries to the incredible sea-kingdom of Dalriada.

 

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Uploaded on June 20, 2016
Taken on July 23, 2010