Orsay, Inner Hebrides facts for kids
For other places with the same name, see List of islands called Oronsay.
| Gaelic name | Orasaigh |
|---|---|
| OS grid reference | NR165515 |
| Coordinates | 55°40′26″N 6°30′40″W / 55.674°N 6.511°W |
| Physical geography | |
| Island group | Islay |
| Area | 24 hectares (0.1 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 24 metres (79 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Country | Scotland |
| Council area | Argyll and Bute |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
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Orsay seen from Port Wemyss, south-east of Portnahaven
Orsay (Scottish Gaelic: Orasaigh) is a small island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. It lies a short distance off the west coast of the island of Islay and shelters the harbour of the village of Portnahaven.
The Rinns of Islay lighthouse was built on Orsay in 1825 by Robert Stevenson.
See also
In Spanish: Isla Orsay para niños
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