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Scotland's natural wonders buckling under tourism numbers

Richard Baynes 
June 30, 2022

On the Isle of Skye, famed for its rugged mountains, medieval castles and charming fishing villages, skyrocketing tourist numbers are degrading the sites of "must-see" hotspots. Ever-larger car parks have been built to accommodate all the tourists' vehicles. And now, a 1.1€ million scheme to build new walking paths is underway. But is that the best way to protect this ecosystem and others like it?

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