Grant Tower at Urquhart Castle at Loch Ness in Scottish Highlands
Located on one of the most famous lochs, Urquhart Castle Scotland also known as the Loch Ness Castle has played a major role in Scottish History. Nowadays the ruins of the Stronghold are open to the public or can simply be admired from the road. Before my tips + photos, here are my favorites for Scotland:
Urquhart Castle Loch Ness Scotland Date Of Visit 17/06/2014 photo by T
Urquhart Castle Scottish Gaelic Caisteal na Sròine) is a ruined castle that sits beside Loch Ness Highlands Scotland. The castle is on the A82 road, 21 kilometres (13 mi) south-west of Inverness and 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) east of the village of Drumnadrochit
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Urquhart Castle 5,630 reviews #3 of 16 things to do in Drumnadrochit Historic SitesCastles Open now 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Write a review About Discover 1,000 years of drama, experience a glimpse of medieval life and enjoy stunning views over Loch Ness from the ruins of the greatest castle in the Highlands.
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Urquhart Castle is located directly on the A82, near Drumnadrochit. The castle is about 17 miles south of Inverness, a 34-minute drive along the west side of Loch Ness. From Fort William, you are looking at a 48-mile drive taking about 1 hour and 15 minutes, again on the A82 road. Visiting from Glasgow or Edinburgh is a long drive, 3 hours 52.
Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness in Scotland Photograph by Jeffrey Banke
Aldourie Castle is a 5* exclusive property available for hire in Scotland, and is the only habitable castle on Loch Ness. It is suitable for sole let to one private group, and also features a number of cottages to rent close by.
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Urquhart Castle, nestled on the shores of Loch Ness in the Scottish Highlands, is steeped in history. Its strategic location has made it a vital fortress since the 13th century, and though now in ruins, the castle's remnants, including its iconic keep, echo tales of medieval battles and clan warfare. It offers panoramic views of the Loch, and.
Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness, Scotland Ed O'Keeffe Photography
Discover 1,000 years of drama, experience a glimpse of medieval life and enjoy stunning views over Loch Ness from the ruins of the greatest castle in the Highlands. Climb the Grant Tower that watches over the iconic loch, peer into a miserable prison cell, said to have held the legendary Gaelic bard Domhnall Donn, and imagine the splendid.
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August 11, 2023 Scotland 10 Amazing Facts About Urquhart Castle On Loch Ness Urquhart Castle is one of the most historic sites in Scotland and should not be missed on your trip to Loch Ness. We recently stopped by this amazing fortress and witnessed firsthand the impact it had on the Scottish Highlands.
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- Earth Trekkers Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle…Are They Worth Visiting? Julie Last updated: December 31, 2023 Scotland 24 Comments Without a doubt, Loch Ness is Scotland's most famous loch. Legend has it that this lake is home to Nessie, the Loch Ness monster.
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Urquhart Castle overlooks Loch Ness from the rocky promontory that it dominates and upon which some famous names have set foot. St Columba may have visited around AD 580. Adomnan, his biographer, tells of the saint's encounter with a monster in the loch. Urquhart has a lively history.
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Urquhart Castle - sometimes referred to as Loch Ness Castle - is located in the Scottish Highlands, near the village of Drumnadrochit, which is about 16 miles (26 kms) southwest of Inverness (30 minute drive). It sits on the shores of Loch Ness, the famous freshwater loch that is home to the legendary Loch Ness Monster.
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Overview Discover more than 1,000 years of stirring history centred on the Great Glen. The magnificently situated Urquhart Castle, on the shore of Loch Ness, has seen some of the most dramatic chapters in our nation's story. Once one of Scotland's largest castles, Urquhart saw great conflict during its 500 years as a medieval fortress.
Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness, Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Urquhart Castle is considered one of the most beautiful Scottish attractions that people love to visit from all around the world. The castle is located on the Western shore of Loch Ness and is a perfect destination for snapping the most breathtaking shots while enjoying the spirit of Scotland.
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Urquhart Castle's ruins, one of the largest in Scotland, are situated on a headland with panoramic views overlooking Loch Ness - it's iconic and there is simply nothing quite like it.