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18.11.2022 - 14:51 / dailyrecord.co.uk
One of Scotland's most unsettling natural sights is found between Glasgow and Loch Lomond, and its reputation is just as sinister as its name.
The Devil's Pulpit is an unusually shaped rock within the steep Finnich Glen. It can only be accessed by trekking down the slippery gorge—often called the Devil’s Steps—and is not recommended for solo or unprepared explorers.
When you reach the bottom, you will be surprised to see that the river flows blood-red. While this is due to the sandstone beneath the water, it certainly gives the gorge an ominous aura.
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While the river alone is spectacular enough, the Devil's Pulpit is the main attraction. The mushroom-shaped rock formation pokes out of the surface of the river, so the best time to see it is when the water is low.
The moss-covered rock was named due to its similar appearance to a pulpit: a raised stand used by preachers in a Christian church. Meanwhile, the origin of the word 'devil' in its name is far more spooky.
There are numerous legends surrounding the foreboding formation. Perhaps the best known story is that the Devil himself would appear by the rock and address his servants as the blood-red water flowed around his feet.
Meanwhile, other locals believe witches would gather around the rock to cast their spells. Some also say that druids would hold mysterious meetings down in the secluded gorge.
Between the bright-red river and the large unusual rock, it's easy to see why people in ages gone by believed it held mystical properties. It's also why it has become a
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