Vatten is a hamlet 3 miles (4.8 km) south east of Dunvegan, on the eastern shore of Loch Vatten, on the Isle of Skye, in the council area of Highland, Scotland.[1] In 2011 it had a population of 315.[2]
Vatten | |
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Location within the Isle of Skye | |
Area | 89 km2 (34 sq mi) |
Population | 315 (2011) |
• Density | 4/km2 (10/sq mi) |
Council area | |
Country | Scotland |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Police | Scotland |
Fire | Scottish |
Ambulance | Scottish |
History
The name "Vatten" came from Old Norse vatn ("water").[3] Vatten had a school, it closed in 1984 and the pupils transferred to Dunvegan.[4]
References
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