western isles of Scotland offer a haven of wild natural beauty, unspoilt beaches, and welcoming communities. However, one island in particular also offers the perfect getaway for stargazers and amateur astronomers.The tiny island of Coll, which lies just off Mull's West coast, has been designated one of the world's top Dark-sky Communities and clear vistas of the night sky unspoiled by light pollution - when the weather permits of course.Given the designation by the International Dark-sky Association (IDA) in December 2013, it became only the second Dark-sky Place in the whole of Scotland and the 22nd worldwide.
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