Texa

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Texa is a small, picturesque island located in the Orkney archipelago of Scotland. Known for its stunning natural beauty and rich historical heritage, Texa is a hidden gem waiting to be explored by adventurous travelers. The island is home to rugged coastlines, rolling green hills, and an abundance of wildlife, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts.

One of the top attractions on Texa is the Neolithic village of Skara Brae, which dates back over 5,000 years and is one of the best-preserved prehistoric villages in Northern Europe. Visitors can wander through the ancient stone buildings and gain insight into the lives of the Neolithic people who once inhabited the island. Nearby, the Ring of Brodgar, a Neolithic stone circle, offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient rituals and beliefs.

For those interested in marine life, a visit to the nearby Birsay Bay is a must. This beautiful coastal area is home to a variety of seabirds, seals, and even the occasional otter. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the shore, explore the rock pools, or simply relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Texa is also a paradise for birdwatchers, with the island being home to a diverse range of bird species, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills. The RSPB reserve at Marwick Head is a great spot for birdwatching, offering stunning views of the rugged coastline and the chance to spot rare bird species in their natural habitat.

Alternative names: Area: 118.61 acres (0.1853 mi²)Coordinates: 55°36'48"N, 6°8'27"W

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Texa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Machrie golf course, Ardbeg Distillery, Kildalton Cross, Dunyvaig Castle.

5.7 miNW
Golf
Machrie golf course, Islay
146 min walk • The Machrie Golf Course, or "The Machrie Links", is located on Islay, in Scotland. The word "machrie" is a corruption of the Scottish Gaelic machair, which means more or less the same as "links" did on the east coast of Scotland.
2.3 miNE
Cafe, Whiskey distillery, Distillery
Ardbeg Distillery, Port Ellen
58 min walk • Ardbeg Distillery is a Scotch whisky distillery in Ardbeg on the south coast of the isle of Islay, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, in the Inner Hebrides group of islands. The distillery is owned by Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy, and produces a heavily peated Islay whisky.
6.1 miNE
Historical place, Cemetery, Memorial
Kildalton Cross, Port Ellen
157 min walk • The Kildalton Cross is a monolithic high cross in Celtic cross form in the churchyard of the former parish church of Kildalton on the island of Islay in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland.
1.6 miNE
Forts and castles
Dunyvaig Castle, Islay
40 min walk • Dunyvaig Castle, is located on the south side of Islay, in Argyll, Scotland, on the shore of Lagavulin Bay, 4 kilometres from Port Ellen. The castle was once a naval base of the Lord of the Isles, chiefs of Clan Donald. It was held by the chiefs of the Clan MacDonald of Dunnyveg.
3.7 miNE
Forts and castles
Kildalton Castle, Islay
96 min walk • Kildalton Castle is a ruined Victorian country house near Port Ellen on the island of Islay in the Inner Hebrides, Argyll, Scotland. It was built in ashlar in 1870 to a rambling plan in the Scots baronial style.
1.2 miN
Whiskey distillery, Distillery
Laphroaig Distillery, Port Ellen
31 min walk • Laphroaig distillery is an Islay single malt Scotch whisky distillery. It is named after the area of land at the head of Loch Laphroaig on the south coast of the island of Islay.
1.6 miN
Factory tours, Tours, Whiskey distillery
Lagavulin Distillery, Port Ellen
42 min walk • Lagavulin distillery is a malt whisky distillery in the village of Lagavulin on the south of the island of Islay, Scotland. It distills spirit that is destined to become Islay single malt Scotch whisky.
2.6 miNW
Distillery, Whiskey distillery
Port Ellen distillery, Islay
67 min walk • The Port Ellen distillery is located in Port Ellen on the isle of Islay, Scotland. It initially operated between 1825 and 1983 when production shut down.
3.6 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Leorin Loch, Islay
93 min walk • Leorin Loch is of the impounding variety, located 2.5 kilometres north of Port Ellen, and is one of a group of three lochs supplying water to the island. The earthfill dam is 1.5 metres high.