Loch Ness guide

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Loch Ness, the most famous Loch in the world, extends from Fort Augustus in the South to the narrows of Bona Ferry in the north, a distance of almost 23 miles. The waters of Loch Ness cover an area of almost 22 square miles and at it's deepest has a depth of 754 feet. The most surprising statistic is the volume of water contained in the Loch which is estimated to be 263 000 million cubic feet. This exceeds that of any other Loch or lake in Great Britain and is three times greater than Loch Lomond. Loch Ness is famed throughout the world for its monster, Nessie. There have been numerous sightings over many years and the usual description of the monster is a small head at the end of a long neck, with a broad body with humps. Nessie is also described as having four flippers and a long tail with a rounded end. Castle Urquhart (pronounced "urkhurt") stands on a rocky promontary on the north shore of Loch Ness. As soon as you get here you cant help thinking, "Well, if I were going to build a castle to survey this wide glen, and the loch itself, this is where I'd build it!" In fact people were almost certainly here at least 4000 years ago.

At nearby Corrimony is a burial cairn dating from about 2000 BC. However, although some evidence has been found of a fort on this promontory dating from the Iron Age, and also remains from Pictish times, earliest written records for the existence of a castle date from the 1200's. Loch Ness cuts a great divide along what is called Glen Mor, or The Great Glen, a 60 mile fissure scoured by glaciers during the last ice age. The Loch itself is over 700 feet deep, and the nearby surrounding hills rise by about the same amount. At the north east end, where the waters of the loch flow along the River Ness through Inverness and into the North Sea, is the flatter and more fertile land of Moray.

catfishcatfish
Stuart says yes to the loch ness monster and no to Bigfoot

Yesterday, 22:27
GabrielSurfCat
@neurogoddess Wow... Taking me back to the Loch Ness Monster & Big Bad Wolf

Today, 07:06
knewthenews
Will Joe Marrero find the Africa's Loch Ness monster? | Knew The News http://t.co/unXSqmnX

Today, 07:06
hoytsterr
GOT MY ARM STUCK BETWEEN SHOULDER HARNESS N SIDE OF CAR ON LOCH NESS TODAY. THEY HAD TO LIFT ALL HARNESSES SO I COULD MOVE IT. PPL STARED.

Today, 06:54
mike_b_parker
@kaatieee27 haha yeah, she's probably wherever big foot and the loch ness monster hide out haha

Today, 06:38
deVig31
RT @aboutABM: Rick Ross a mangé le monstre du Loch Ness. Il regrette de l'avoir fait mais il avait faim.

Today, 06:31
LXAJason672
RT @TheOfficeQuotez: 2 eyes, 2 ears, a chin a mouth, 10 fingers, 2 nipples. A butt 2 kneecaps, a penis. I have just described to you the Loch Ness Monster #creed

Today, 06:11
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Today, 06:01
Gyulsus
I used to really like things like the loch ness monster and el chupacabra and the yeti and stuff, maybe that's why I like taengsic

Today, 05:52
SnootyBoy7
RT @TheOfficeQuotez: 2 eyes, 2 ears, a chin a mouth, 10 fingers, 2 nipples. A butt 2 kneecaps, a penis. I have just described to you the Loch Ness Monster #creed

Today, 05:46
Sophia_Naseem
If you don't believe in the Loch Ness Monster I don't believe in our friendship so.. #Nessie4lyf

Today, 05:41
GhostOfMumblesJ
Yop. RT @me: Goodness. RT @xoHayleyMarie: This was just seconds before the Loch Ness monster got me. http://t.co/5WnQ8atA

Today, 05:36
kylekromer
@GregoryLVanNess @GeoGn4t loch ness monster... aka Nessy

Today, 05:17
TheFiregirl66
RT @Fearless_Fred: Man goes dinosaur hunting in the Congo. This is a clear sign he has too much money. http://t.co/r3mOUuv3 #fb

Today, 05:13
thisisnothayley
RT @TheOfficeQuotez: 2 eyes, 2 ears, a chin a mouth, 10 fingers, 2 nipples. A butt 2 kneecaps, a penis. I have just described to you the Loch Ness Monster #creed

Today, 05:08
caleyanna14
RT @TheOfficeQuotez: 2 eyes, 2 ears, a chin a mouth, 10 fingers, 2 nipples. A butt 2 kneecaps, a penis. I have just described to you the Loch Ness Monster #creed

Today, 04:53

Fiddlers
Located in Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
Fiddlers Highland Restaurant and Cafe Bar Good food served simply. Salmon, beef or game & Scottish dishes to delight you. Taste our award-winning haggis (that famous beastie of the hills), hearty casseroles, generous fresh salads & delicious steaks which...
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Loch Ness Lodge Hotel
Located in Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
Luxurious Hotel Accommodation at The Loch Ness Lodge Hotel, Drumnadrochit near Loch Ness The Loch Ness Lodge Hotel offers 50 attractively furnished bedrooms, all equipped with full en-suite facilities, colour television, radio, tea / coffee hospitality...
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Cruise Loch Ness
Located in Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
Cruise Loch Ness In Comfort and Safety High specification, custom-built cruise ship Comfortable saloon and upper deck seating Sophisticated sonar equipment, linking to TV Pleasant bar offering light snacks Spacious accommodation for 111 passeng...
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Loch Ness & Great Glen Cruise Company
Located in Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
Imagine the luxury of a few days spent in delicious idleness away from the rush and bustle of modern day living; imagine being pampered and cosseted for those few days in delightful and comfortable surroundings; imagine being served delicious food and goo...
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Foyers House
Located in Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
The House Foyers House is situated 19 miles south west of Inverness, close to the Falls of Foyers, in an elevated position overlooking Loch Ness. This friendly Guest House is run by Neil and Brenda and has a relaxed atmosphere, with a high standard of ...
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Cobbs Restaurant
Located in Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
This gem on the picturesque village green in Drumnadrochit offers a tantalising dining experience. Cobbs Restaurant represents modern Scottish dining at its best. The menu is complemented by a wide range of fine wines and malt whiskies all served in th...
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Jacobite - Experience Loch Ness
Located in Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
Whether you are simply looking for a short boat trip or a half day luxury cruise on Loch Ness, Jacobite in Inverness, Scotland is the number one company for a wide selection of tours, cruises, and charters on the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness. Jacobite b...
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Loch Ness Cruises
Located in Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
Here at Loch Ness Cruises we are proud to be described by visitors and travel writers alike as "the most informative and entertaining cruise on Loch Ness". Nessie Hunter is fitted with modern surveillance and safety equipment such as VHF Radio, G.P.S.,...
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Craigdarroch House Hotel
Located in Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
The Reception As you enter Craigdarroch House you will be immediately struck by the ambience of the Hotel, old fashioned wood panelling, log fires, high cornice ceilings and soft luxurious period furnishings. Conservatory Recently refurbished to enj...
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Loch Ness Backpackers Lodge
Located in Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
Loch Ness Backpackers Lodge is a warm and friendly little Hostel with a relaxed atmosphere, good music and no curfew. We are situated in the village of Lewiston just a few minutes walk from Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle, a perfect location for activit...
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The Redburn CafÃƒÂ©
Located in Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
The Redburn Cafe is a great place to eat. It is seven miles (11 Km) from Loch Ness along the road to the Isle of Skye. It is special. Run by a husband and wife team who believe passionately in value for money, superb quality food and excellent customer se...
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