>>601809this basically
virtually no natural forest, what forest you do see, is all intensively managed conifer plantations.
IIRC natural forest in Scotland has been reduced to about 5% of what it was 200 years ago, just via clearing for livestock. Also, the 'midges' are a motherfucker.
Still, a great place though. Would love to visit again.
It's stunningly beautiful, and it's hard to put into words exactly why. Obviously the lack of forrested areas, opening up the expansive views is a part of it. I think maybe it's too do with proportions. Nothings too large, or overtly dramatic. It's all just correct. And the colours too.
