Clachnaben
Clachnaben (archaically "Cloch-na'bain"; Scottish Gaelic: "Clach na Beinne") is a 589-metre hill in Glen Dye, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is a distinctive hill visible from many points on Lower Deeside and is topped with a large granite tor. Clachnaben is the war cry of Clan Strachan. The hill gives its name to one of the houses at Aboyne Academy.
| Clachnaben | |
|---|---|
Clachnaben from Glen Dye | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 589 m (1,932 ft) |
| Prominence | c. 54 m |
| Listing | Tump |
| Naming | |
| English translation | Rock of the Hill |
| Language of name | Gaelic |
| Geography | |
| Location | Aberdeenshire, Scotland |
| OS grid | NO616865 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 45 |
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