The islands of St Kilda archipelago in Scotland. Island of Hirta with village bay and the settelment abondoned 1930. The island of Hirta, the enclosers for sheep at An Lag. It is one of the few places worldwide to hold joint UNESCO world heritage status for its natural and cultural qualities. Europe, Scotland, St. Kilda, July

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