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List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
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BEINN DHUBH | Beinn Dhubh Beinn Dhubh |
Mr D Nicolson Mr Duncan McDonald shepherd, Glen Drynoch, by Broadford |
033 | This name is applied to a prominent hill adjacent to the north shore of Loch Harport & Gesto House. The name signifies "Black Hill" & is on the property of McLeod of McLeod. |
DÙN TAIMH | Dùn Taimh | Mr Duncan McDonald, shepherd, Glen Drynoch, by Broadford |
033 | Is the remains of a supposed ancient fort, it is situate on an eminence adjacent to the above name hill. There is merely a track of what seems to have been a circular wall remaining, and a quantity of loose stones. The name signifies "Fort of Peace or Rest." Remains of the Dun. |
GLAS BHEINN | Glas Bheinn | Mr Duncan McDonald shepherd, Glen Drynoch, by Broadford | 033 | This name is written on trace Glais Bheinn as I find it is better known in that form. It is applied to a prominent hill about 1 mile to the east of Gesto House. The name signifies "Grey Hill." |
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