Geology in Scotland

This extinct volcano rises above Edinburgh and is special for its panoramic views over the city.

A stone-filled garden in the heart of Edinburgh commemorates the father of modern geology.

This uniquely shaped rock formation is one of Scotland's most iconic mountains and gives spectacular views in all directions.

These sculptures common among indigenous populations in North America, celebrate Shetland's unique geology.

This stone was once used by druids to determine a person's innocence or guilt.

An ancient stone with mysterious origins stands in a residential neighborhood.

Three large boulders covered in mysterious carvings and graffiti.

An ancient stone wall formed by lava that was a frequent stop during funeral marches.

This volcanic plug boasts the longest recorded history of any Scottish stronghold.

A poetic monument to the Scottish Parliament.

A pair of stones embedded in an Edinburgh street memorialize one of the city's last public hangings.

Legend says a witch conjured the world's third largest whirlpool to protect Scotland from a nasty pirate.

On this stunning Scottish island, you can walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs.

This unusual rock looks like a giant, otherworldly mushroom sprouting atop a cave.

This stack of stones honors a murdered 18th-century woman.

Legend says this rock was once a chopping block for public executions.