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Islay Folklore: Giants, Fairy Changelings, and the Water Bull


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Islay is an island to the west of Scotland, at the entrance to the Firth of Lorn. It's 25 miles north of Northern Ireland. Archaeological evidence shows people lived here from 8000 BCE, with evidence of Neolithic and Bronze Age tombs and burial sites. 

Columba and his missionaries brought Christianity to the island, which Norse raiders also adopted once they settled. Islay lay on the route between Ireland and Scandinavia, making it an easy stop for Vikings. The Hebrides only joined Scotland in 1266.

It's famous for distilling and farming, although tourism provides extra income. But what folklore does Islay have? Let's find out in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore!

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