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Kame of Teistigeo

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Kame of Teistigeo

Ness of Cullivoe from the sea
Ness of Cullivoe from the sea Credit: Mike Pennington

Kame of Teistigeo is a prominent geological feature located in the Shetland Islands, Scotland. It is situated on the island of Mainland, near the village of Walls. The term "kame" refers to a steep-sided mound or hill that is typically formed during the retreat of glaciers.

The Kame of Teistigeo is a striking example of a glacially formed landform. It is characterized by its steep and rugged cliffs, which rise abruptly from the surrounding landscape. The cliffs are composed of loose sediment, such as sand, gravel, and boulders, that were deposited by melting glaciers during the last Ice Age.

The kame measures approximately 200 meters in length and reaches a height of around 60 meters at its highest point. Its slopes are covered in vegetation, with grasses, heather, and shrubs growing on the unstable sediments. The top of the kame offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and the nearby sea.

The Kame of Teistigeo is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts who enjoy exploring its unique geological features. It provides opportunities for birdwatching, as several species of seabirds can be spotted nesting on the cliffs. Additionally, the kame's location near the coast allows for stunning views of the ocean and the nearby islands.

Overall, Kame of Teistigeo is a remarkable geological formation that showcases the power and influence of glacial processes in shaping the landscape of the Shetland Islands.

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Kame of Teistigeo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.707134/-0.97097343 or Grid Reference HP5603. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ness of Cullivoe from the sea
Ness of Cullivoe from the sea
Lamba Stack, Blue Mull, from the sea
Lamba Stack, Blue Mull, from the sea
Blue Mull from the sea
Blue Mull from the sea
Blue Mull from the sea
Blue Mull from the sea
Geo south of Lamba Stack, Blue Mull
Geo south of Lamba Stack, Blue Mull
St Olaf's Kirk, Lund I am standing beside the ruins of St Olaf's Kirk at Lund, Unst, Shetland, and looking across Lunda Wick towards the site of Norse ruins (a farmstead and a broch) at Underhoull.
St Olaf's Kirk, Lund
I am standing beside the ruins of St Olaf's Kirk at Lund, Unst, Shetland, and looking across Lunda Wick towards the site of Norse ruins (a farmstead and a broch) at Underhoull.
St Olaf's Kirk, Lund (interior) The ruins of St Olaf's Kirk, Lund, Unst, Shetland, built in the Celtic style and dating back to the C12th.
St Olaf's Kirk, Lund (interior)
The ruins of St Olaf's Kirk, Lund, Unst, Shetland, built in the Celtic style and dating back to the C12th.
Coast near Belmont HP5501 is 90% sea. This shot shows a large part of what land there is.
Coast near Belmont
HP5501 is 90% sea. This shot shows a large part of what land there is.
Chains on the Dockside Piles of chain in the yard at Cullivoe Pier.
Chains on the Dockside
Piles of chain in the yard at Cullivoe Pier.
View from Braeside An abandoned homestead overlooking Bluemull Sound.
View from Braeside
An abandoned homestead overlooking Bluemull Sound.
Creeping Thistle (Cirsium arvense), Lund St Olaf's Church in the background.
Creeping Thistle (Cirsium arvense), Lund
St Olaf's Church in the background.
Silage-making at Lund
Silage-making at Lund
Norie, one of the Unstfest puffins, Lund Unstfest takes place in July and is the most northerly festival in Britain, growing bigger and attracting more visitors every year. This year, 12 carved puffins were placed around the islands, with clues given to their location. There was a competition to be entered by taking photos of all 12. This position was checked by GPS.
Norie, one of the Unstfest puffins, Lund
Unstfest takes place in July and is the most northerly festival in Britain, growing bigger and attracting more visitors every year. This year, 12 carved puffins were placed around the islands, with clues given to their location. There was a competition to be entered by taking photos of all 12. This position was checked by GPS.
Norie, one of the Unstfest puffins, Lund Unstfest takes place in July and is the most northerly festival in Britain, growing bigger and attracting more visitors every year. This year, 12 carved puffins were placed around the island, with clues given to their location. There was a competition to be entered by taking photos of all 12.
Norie, one of the Unstfest puffins, Lund
Unstfest takes place in July and is the most northerly festival in Britain, growing bigger and attracting more visitors every year. This year, 12 carved puffins were placed around the island, with clues given to their location. There was a competition to be entered by taking photos of all 12.
Cotton Grass at Braeside This long deserted place is still named on the map.
Cotton Grass at Braeside
This long deserted place is still named on the map.
Any Old Iron, Cullivoe Dock Some of the assorted stuff in the yard by the busy pier at Cullivoe.
Any Old Iron, Cullivoe Dock
Some of the assorted stuff in the yard by the busy pier at Cullivoe.
St Olaf's Churchyard, Lund
St Olaf's Churchyard, Lund
St Olaf's Kirk, Lund
St Olaf's Kirk, Lund
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Kame of Teistigeo is located at Grid Ref: HP5603 (Lat: 60.707134, Lng: -0.97097343)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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