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Eilean Glas Lighthouse (page 3)

Just before you reach the lighthouse there is a small cottage. This area has proved an inspiration to several artists one of whom occassionaly stayed here.
View large image of Eilean Glas Lighthouse
View large image of Eilean Glas Lighthouse
Although not by the artist mentioned above, here is a painting by a local artist - Ivor MacKay.
   
Eilean Glas Lighthouse itself is one of the oldest lighthouses in Scotland, one of the first four.
View large image of Eilean Glas Lighthouse
View large image of Eilean Glas Lighthouse
The lighthouse has various plaques giving details. The first lightkeeper came in 1789 and stayed for 35 years.