Stac Levenish facts for kids
| Gaelic name | Stac Leibhinis |
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| OS grid reference | NF133966 |
| Coordinates | 57°47′31″N 8°30′36″W / 57.792°N 8.510°W |
| Physical geography | |
| Island group | St Kilda |
| Area | 24,280 m2 (261,350 sq ft) |
| Highest elevation | 62 m (203 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Country | Scotland |
| Council area | Outer Hebrides |
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Stac Levenish (also known as Stac Leibhinis) is a tall, rocky island called a sea stack. It's part of the amazing St Kilda group of islands in Scotland. Imagine a giant rock sticking out of the ocean – that's a sea stack!
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What is Stac Levenish?
Stac Levenish is a famous landmark in the St Kilda archipelago. It's a huge rock that stands alone in the sea. This stack is actually part of an old, extinct volcano. Other parts of this ancient volcano include the islands of Dùn, Ruaival, and Mullach Sgar.
Where is Stac Levenish Located?
This impressive sea stack is found about 2.5 kilometers (about 1.5 miles) away from Village Bay. Village Bay is a well-known spot on Hirta, the main island of St Kilda. To the northeast of Stac Levenish, you can also find a smaller rock called Na Bodhan.
How Tall is Stac Levenish?
Stac Levenish stands very tall, reaching about 62 meters (203 feet) high. That's roughly as tall as a 20-story building! When you travel to St Kilda from the east, you might notice something special about its north side. The cliff face there looks a bit like a human face in profile. It's a cool natural illusion!
Can People Climb Stac Levenish?
Yes, people have climbed Stac Levenish for fun! Back in the early 1900s, it was a popular spot for climbers. A climber named Norman Heathcote mentioned a climb he made in 1900. He said it was a moderately difficult climb. His climbing trip also included an ascent of another famous stack, Stac Lee.
