Fannichs Explained

Fannichs
Photo Size:	224
Country:	United Kingdom
Subdivision1 Type:	Country
Subdivision2 Type:	Council area
Subdivision2:	Highland
Range Coordinates:	57.7°N -6°W
Highest:	Sgùrr Mòr
Elevation M:	1,110

The Fannichs are a range of mountains located in Highland, Scotland. It lies between Loch Fannich in the southeast and Loch Broom in the northwest. According to Edward Dwelly, the word "fannich" means "flat place".^[1]

It is well known for its high mountains, including nine Munros:

• Sgùrr Mòr  - 1,110 m
• Sgùrr nan Clach Geala  - 1,093 m
• Sgurr Breac  - 999 m
• A' Chailleach  - 997 m
• Beinn Liath Mhòr Fanaich  - 954 m
• Meall Gorm  - 949 m
• Meall a' Chrasgaidh  - 934 m
• Sgùrr nan Each  - 923 m
• An Coileachan  - 923 m

The Fannichs are also a Special Area of Conservation.^[2]

Notes and References

1. http://archive.org/stream/faclairgidhl02dweluoft#page/411/mode/1up Faclair Gàidhlig air son nan sgoiltean
2. Web site: Fannich Hills. Joint Nature Conservation Committee. UK Government. 6 May 2018.