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As an unashamed history geek with a passion for medieval ruins, standing stones and burial cairns Scotland is my idea of heaven. I could wax lyrical all day about the amazing historical sites I've visited so far.
A few of of my favourites are:
A few of of my favourites are:
- Dunadd Hill Fort by Kilmartin Glen - If pushed to choose I'd say this was my favourite historical site in Scotland. It's hugely atmospheric.
- Callanish standing stones on the Isle of Lewis - another truly magical place
- Machrie Moor on the Isle of Arran another stunning Neolithic site with huge, towering stones
- Smailholm Tower in the Scottish Borders as pretty as a picture
- Hermitage Castle another Borders favourite. Creepy, ominous looking and awe inspiring
- Kildalton on the Isle of Islay - a beautifully well preserved medieval cross and medieval knight grave slabs
- Isle of Iona - a history geek's dream with the abbey a medieval graveyard where Macbeth lies buried in a now unknown spot, celtic crosses and nunnery ruins
- Isle of Ulva - beautiful and hauntingly sad clearance village ruins in a perfect, unspoiled setting
- The Hill O Many Stanes in Caithness. France has Carnac we have Carnac light. Smaller scale but equally fascinating
- Lastly and I could go on and on and on but I won't Auchindrain Township by Inveraray. A perfectly preserved historic township which gives a glimpse of what life was like living in small Highland village communities right up to the early years of the 20th century.
I'm a Scottish travel blogger and freelance writer with an extensive knowledge of travelling in Scotland. I'm always on the road exploring my wonderful country. I love remote places, history and the great outdoors.
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@visitscotland Another great list and we've not even scratched the surface between us. We are so lucky to have such a long and rich history and so many fantastically well preserved sites in Scotland. It's a history geek's dream.
Our take on more Scottish castles.
One of my favourites is the Haddo House in Aberdeenshire, it is the ideal location for a day trip from Aberdeen. Personally, I felt like I was in France the first time I visited.
Today we went to Huntly castle, the ticket was not very expensive (5.5 GBP) and I loved the interior of the castle, so much history! It is said that it was the best decorated castle back in the 16th century in all of the UK!
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Last year I visited Elcho Castle and would love to recommend it for those who are real explorers! A labyrinth of staircases lead to the different towers, parts and rooms of the Castle. You must try to not to get lost. There is also a remarkable amount of closets – one of the few castles in Scotland that is well equipped with at least 15 individual latrines. You won't believe but every room is en-suite.
The views of the surrounding area from the top of the Castle are spectacular! Plus, after exploration you can have a picnic and try fruits from the apple, plum and pear trees which were laid out in a formal layout appropriate for a castle of its era.
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@Samantha_Grant Menzies castle is also a great place to spent an afternoon-extra bonus if you have a gorgeous boy wearing a red scarf (I hope it's a boy and I am not messing around).
@ScotlandTraveloholic what a stunning picture in front of Elcho castle-we have never visited up to date but certainly something to consider.
In other news I just came back from Tantallon Castle just outside North Berwick, what a beauty! If you are afraid of heights-as in my case- then I suggest you skip climbing on the top floor, but if you can do it the views are stunning! Best view of Bass Rock I ever had!
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The rock is a volcanic plug,it has 1500 years of history as a fortress the longest in Britain.
The Vikings laid siege to it for four months in 870 AD,sailing in 200 longships up the river Clyde from their base in Dublin.
William Wallace was held prisoner here before being taken to London,another famous person to stay here for a short period was Mary Queen of Scots.
Tuftys Hill at Gaithouse of Fleet in Galloway is quite special with its Pictish symbols on the bedrock.
Ring of Brogar in the Orkneys is a Henge both bigger and older than Stonehenge. A must visit for lovers of ancient sites.
Tantallon has a long and rich history and the views of the surrounding area from the castle are stunning. It's well worth a visit.
Last weekend, I had an hour or so free while up in Angus and as the weather was so good a stroll round the beautiful grounds of Glamis Castle seemed the perfect way to spend it. Immaculate gardens, as you'd expect, but just an ideal spot to contemplate your surroundings. Well worth a visit.
(I did stop the car to to take this picture...)
When you get up close, there are hundreds of small birds flying around the castle turrets.
Glamis Burn