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Probably mined for rosewood marble, a type of limestone which, when cut and... (more)

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Abandoned marble quarry. Beinn na Caillich (centre right) is the highest peak in... (more)

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Abandoned marble quarry. Blaven is in the background.

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This is the base of winding machinery associated with the nearby marble... (more)

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Quarrying ceased here more than 100 years ago. The hill beyond is Beinn na Caillich.

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One of several small quarries in the area.

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The ruined house at Kilchrist is visible on the left. Beinn na Caillich is in... (more)

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Amid scattered waste from the long-disused marble quarry, there are the remains... (more)

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