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Welcome to Shetland
Welcome To Shetland
There's a different world waiting for you in Shetland:
A world where wildlife is truly wild, where otters and seals play in quiet coves, and the air is full of the sound of wild birds, crowding the jagged cliffs in huge and noisy colonies.
Being in Shetland is unlike being anywhere else, a fact that's evident from our unique culture, our dialect, our heritage, even our place names.
Our beautiful and dramatic ice carved landscape is steeped in treasures of history that go back over 6,000 years.
History and Tradition
Shetlanders have a deep sense of belonging. Our home is a place of intricate heritage, spectacular beauty and powerful spirit. For our islands, we have a great sense of pride. Find out more...
Nature and Wildlife
Shetland is a birdwatcher's paradise, and one of the most accessible wildernesses in Europe.
- Scenery |
- Bird-watching |
- Sea Mammals |
- Shetland Ponies |
- Flora |
- Beaches |
- Eco-tourism
Activities
Cool, sea air, and endless wide open spaces - Shetland is the perfect spot for a wide range of outdoor pursuits...
Music and Culture
Shetland has always been a rich source of musical talent, and is home to many world-renowned traditional musicians. The music doesn't stop at the fiddle, and there is also much more to culture than music.
Events
There is always something interesting happening in Shetland. Learn more about the many events we have to offer...
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2009 Photo Competition
VisitShetland is pleased to announce the launch of their 5th annual photocompetition. This year's theme is 'Shetland's Wild Side'.
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2009 Wildlife Holidays In Shetland
Shetland offers the best wildlife-watching in Scotland - FACT.
Over a million breeding seabirds, the highest density of Otters in Europe, regular sightings of Killer Whales and superb displays of rare sub-arctic flora. Our award-winning holidays offer everything from fully guided wildlife weeks and long weekends, dedicated birdwatching holidays plus photographic, walking and insight holidays.
Visit our extensive website www.shetlandwildlife.co.uk or call Shetland Wildlife on 01950 422483 for a choice of over 30 holidays!
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Blue Sky Holidays
Don't miss the opportunity to join an art holiday experience with Blue Sky Studios this summer! There will be different locations for inspiration and the chance to use charcoal, inks, pencil and watercolour.Feature
Upcoming Event: Shetland Nature Festival
Shetland's 2nd Nature Festival is set to start this Friday until 12th July. Don't miss this opportunity to join a variety of specialised wildlife tours with local rangers, photography sessions and expert talks.
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Geopark Shetland Celebrates Shetland Nature Festival
Building on the success of the launch of the Volcano Trail and Geopark Shetland website, Geopark Shetland is holding a number of exciting events to celebrate this years’ Shetland Nature Festival.
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Shetland Museum and Archives seeks information on Emigrants for Hamefarin Exhibition
In 2010, Shetland will host a Hamefarin (homecoming), welcoming Shetlanders from all around the world back to their home islands. As part of the celebrations Shetland Museum and Archives is developing a special exhibition and are appealing for images and objects relating to Shetland emigrants. (Above photo: Laurence and Ester Ward on Daytona Beach, Florida, USA, August 1954)
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Shetland in the Viking World: Exciting conference in Shetland this summer
Shetland Amenity Trust is to hold an exciting Viking conference, which will explore Shetland’s place in the Viking world, from the 16th - 19th July 2009.