Fannichs
Mountain range in Scotland
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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]
PeakSgùrr Mòr
Elevation1,110 m (3,640 ft)
Native nameFrìth Fanaich (Scottish Gaelic)
Country
United Kingdom| Fannichs | |
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| Highest point | |
| Peak | Sgùrr Mòr |
| Elevation | 1,110 m (3,640 ft) |
| Naming | |
| Native name | Frìth Fanaich (Scottish Gaelic) |
| Geography | |
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Country | United Kingdom |
Country | Scotland |
Council area | Highland |
Range coordinates | 57°42′N 5°01′W |
It is well known for its high mountains, including nine Munros:
- Sgùrr Mòr – 1,110 m
- Sgùrr nan Clach Geala – 1,093 m
- Sgurr Breac – 999 m
- A' Chailleach – 997 m
- Beinn Liath Mhòr Fanaich – 954 m
- Meall Gorm – 949 m
- Meall a' Chrasgaidh – 934 m
- Sgùrr nan Each – 923 m
- An Coileachan – 923 m
The Fannichs are also a Special Area of Conservation.[2]