Sands of Evie Beach Photo

Sands of Evie Beach - Orkney Islands

Eolianite in Aikerness

This rare rock formation http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eolianite is found in very few places in the Northern Hemisphere, yet probably occurs in a few known locations in Orkney - this is one. Eynhallow Island can be seen in the distance.

© Derek Mayes and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence

Taken at: Sands of Evie Beach, North Scotland

Date taken / added: 26th Mar 2011

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