Smoo Cave. The name is thought to originate from the Norse 'smjugg' or 'smuga', meaning a hole or hiding-place. The front of the cave is formed by the sea whereas the rear of the cave system is formed

Smoo Cave. The name is thought to originate from the Norse 'smjugg' or 'smuga', meaning a hole or hiding-place. The front of the cave is formed by the sea whereas the rear of the cave system is formed by freshwater. Sutherland, Scotland.