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Garbh-bheinn
Garvan
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Garbh-bheinn
Highest point
Elevation 808 m (2,651 ft)
Prominence 181 m (594 ft) 
List of Corbett mountains in Scotland
Parent peak Blà Bheinn
Listing Marilyn, Corbett
Geography
Location Skye, Scotland
Parent range Cuillin (outlier)
OS grid NG531232
Topo map OS Landranger 32


Garbh-bheinn (also called Garven) is a mountain that stands 808 meters (about 2,651 feet) tall. It is part of the Cuillin mountain range on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. This mountain is found in the middle of the island, a bit to the northeast of the main Black Cuillin peaks.

About Garbh-bheinn

Garbh-bheinn is a special mountain because it is made of two different types of rock. Part of it is made from Red Cuillin granite. The other part is made from Black Cuillin gabbro. This mix of rocks makes the mountain unique.

Location on Skye

Garbh-bheinn is located in the heart of the Isle of Skye. It is an "outlier" of the main Cuillin range. This means it stands a little bit apart from the other big mountains. The closest village to Garbh-bheinn is Torrin, which is to the south.

What Makes it Special?

This mountain is a great place for what is called "scrambling." Scrambling is like climbing, but it is not as difficult as rock climbing. It involves using your hands to help you move up steep, rocky parts of the mountain. Garbh-bheinn is known for its fun and fairly easy scrambling routes.

Amazing Views

From the top of Garbh-bheinn, you can see incredible views. You can look out over the beautiful landscapes of the Isle of Skye. The views from the summit are one of the main reasons why people enjoy climbing this mountain. It is a perfect spot to take in the stunning scenery around you.

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