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Arnamul
Gaelic name Arnamuil
Norse name Arnamul
Meaning of name Norse for "erne mound"
OS grid reference NL545825
Coordinates 56°48′N 7°40′W / 56.80°N 7.66°W / 56.80; -7.66
Physical geography
Island group Uists and Barra
Highest elevation c.150 metres (490 ft)
Administration
Sovereign state United Kingdom
Country Scotland
Council area Na h-Eileanan Siar
Demographics
Population nil
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Western cliffs of Mingulay
The western cliffs of Mingulay with Arnamuil in the centre

Arnamul (Scottish Gaelic: Arnamuil) is a tall, narrow rock formation called a sea stack. It stands off the west coast of Mingulay island in the Western Isles of Scotland. Even though it is very steep, sheep used to graze on its flatter top when people lived on Mingulay.

What's in a Name?

The name Arnamul comes from the Norse language. Experts believe it means "erne mound." An "erne" is another name for a sea eagle. So, the name might mean "sea eagle's mound." Another similar Norse word, "Arnabol," means "eagle farm" or "Arne's farm."

Exploring Arnamul

Arnamul is a challenging place to reach because of its steep sides. In April 2018, a group of people who enjoy climbing hills and mountains successfully climbed to the top of Arnamul. This shows how adventurous some climbers can be!

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