
The Isle of Lewis is located in the northwest corner of the Western Isles in Scotland. The island, which are also called the Hebrides, stretch for 100 miles. Lewis and Harris, joined on the same isle, are the largest of the Western Islands. Lewis is the flatlands while Harris is more of the mountain region. Lewis has a rich history and culture dating back thousands of years; in fact the people still speak Gaelic as well as English.
Lewis has a few fascinating sites that are a must see if you are visiting the island. They have one town, Stornoway, which boasts a notable circle of stones, Callinish Standing Stones, much like Stonehenge. Stornoway is the commerce centre of Lewis and there you will find local and national business, along with chain stores you are familiar with. There are several other villages in Lewis, most have at least one store and gas station, but not all do. Peat has always been a major source of fuel, and though it is a time consuming process to harvest and prepare the peat, it saves money in the long run. Traveling in the summer will allow you to see the harvesting of Peat, while in the winter the rich aroma of Peat fires adds to the culture around you.
Religion to this day is important in the local's life. The Sabbath, Sunday, is observed. Many shops will be closed on Sunday and little to no activities will be available. There are plenty of things to do and see the rest of the week. The locals are friendly and welcoming and enjoy showing visitors all the island has to offer.
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