Fionnphort
Fionnphort (English: /ˈfɪnəfɔːrt/, Scottish Gaelic: [ˈfjun̪ˠafɔrˠt̪]) is the principal port of the Ross of Mull, and the second largest settlement in the area (its population is approximately 80). The village's name is the anglicised pronunciation of the Gaelic for "White Port" and previous names have included Caol Idhe, Gaelic for "Sound of Iona".
Fionnphort | |
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The view towards Fionnphort, from Tor Mor quarry | |
Fionnphort Location within Argyll and Bute | |
Population | 80 (approx.) |
OS grid reference | NM301232 |
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Lieutenancy area | |
Country | Scotland |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Post town | ISLE OF MULL |
Postcode district | PA66 |
Dialling code | 01681 |
Police | Scotland |
Fire | Scottish |
Ambulance | Scottish |
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