As day dawns over Lerwick, either MV Hjaltland or MV Hrossey arrives in the busy natural harbour on the east side of Shetland. A town that developed along the waterfront with merchants building their houses and warehouses in the late 17th and early 18th century, today it is still a busy cosmopolitan town that takes pride in the warmth of welcome it extends to all its visitors.
Shetland is an archaeological treasure trove for every era from the Iron age, Bronze age and even further back. From the Vikings to the Picts and Celts, all have left their mark on these islands.
From the playful otters on Yell's shores to the haunting cries from Shetland's seals, there's wildlife here in abundance.
With 19 hours of midsummer daylight, Shetland will keep you active all day long. There’s something to fill the endless summer days from fishing to golf, kayaking to scuba diving and much more.
You’re surrounded by Viking influences at every turn in Shetland. From the magical mayhem of the Up Helly Aa festival to the mystical splendour of Jarlshof and the Viking influences on many Shetland place names.
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At dawn of day
Bears, brochs and buildings