Beinn Mhòr (South Uist)
Beinn Mhòr is a mountain on the island of South Uist in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. With a height of 620 metres (2,034 ft), it is the highest point on the island. The name Beinn Mhòr is Gaelic for "big mountain". The correct name for the mountain in Gaelic is Gèideabhal.
| Beinn Mhòr or Geitaval | |
|---|---|
 The narrow summit ridge just below the top, June 2004 | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 620 m (2,030 ft) [1] |
| Prominence | 620 m (2,030 ft) |
| Listing | Graham, Marilyn |
| Coordinates | 57°15′30″N 7°17′42″W |
| Naming | |
| English translation | Big mountain |
| Language of name | Gaelic |
| Pronunciation | Scottish Gaelic: [peiɲ ˈvoːɾ] |
| Geography | |
  Beinn Mhòr or Geitaval | |
| OS grid | NF809310 |
References
- "Beinn Mhor". hillbagging.co.uk. Retrieved 22 October 2019.
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