Very old rock formations

Another lovely day here in Mangersta, Lewis. We decided to explore the local cliffs and beaches of this beautiful area. There is a road which leads to the ruins of an old nunnery. It is as far as you can go but there are stunning views of sea, beaches and hills. In fact, we had lunch on our own 'private' Caribbean beach.

The cliffs and stacs have a bedrock formed from Lewisian gneiss. According to geologists this bedrock contains rocks that are among the oldest in Europe and indeed the world, having been formed in the Precambrian "super-eon" up to three billion years ago. The gneiss's delicate pink colours are exposed throughout the islands.

Only one full day to go before we head for the Ferry :-((

Some other photos on Flikr include a church roof which my niece's partner is renovating, some woolly highland cattle and us enjoying the beach.