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Stirling
Castle
Stirling Castle is situated in the centre
of Stirling with views over the town. A
number of Scottish Kings and Queens have
been baptised, or crowned, or died within
or near Stirling Castle. At least one
King was murdered nearby: while another
committed murder within its
walls.
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/stirling/stirlingcastle.
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Balmoral
Castle, by Aberdeen
The foundation stone for Balmoral Castle
was laid by Queen Victoria September 28th
1853. Balmoral is situated in a secluded
location on the south bank of the River
Dee, mid way between Ballater and Braemar
approximately 50 miles west of
Aberdeen.
www.balmoralcastle.com.
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Blair Castle,
Blair Atholl, Perthshire
Blair Castle, the ancient seat of the
Dukes and Earls of Atholl. The castle
enjoys one of Scotland’s finest
settings in the heart of Highland
Perthshire. Situated 35 miles north of
Perth, 7 miles north of Pitlochry.
www.blair-castle.co.uk.
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Castle of Mey,
by John O'Groats
Having acquired the most northerly castle
on the British mainland, The Queen Mother
renovated and restored it and created the
beautiful gardens you see today. For
almost half a century she spent many
happy summers. Situated 6 miles west of
John O'Groats.
www.castleofmey.org.uk.
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Dean Castle,
Kilmarnock/ Ayrshire
Robert the Bruce awarded these lands to
the Boyds who married into royalty when
the sister of James III wed a Boyd. The
local authaurities now maintain the
estate and castle, free tours available
most days.
www.deancastle.com.
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Drumlanrig
Castle, by
Thornhill/Dumfriesshire
Drumlanrig Castle is an historic Scottish
castle steeped in history and filled with
treasures. The Estate and Gardens is one
of the principal visitor attractions in
South Scotland. Situated about 17 miles
north of Dumfries.
www.drumlanrig.com.
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Eilean Donan
Castle, West Highlands on the road
to the Isle of Skye
Eilean Donan Castle is one of the most
iconic images of Scotland recognised
around the world. Situated on an island
at the point where three great sea lochs
meet, and surrounded by some majestic
scenery, it is little wonder the castle
is now one of the most visited
attractions in the Scottish highlands.
www.eileandonancastle.com.
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Floors Castle,
by Kelso/Borders
The impressive Floors Castle was built by
William Adam for the 1st Duke of
Roxburghe in 1721. Situated 1 mile west
of Kelso.
www.floorscastle.com.
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Glamis Castle,
by Dundee
Glamis was the childhood home of Her
Majesty Queen Elizabeth (Queen Mother),
birthplace of Her Royal Highness Princess
Margaret and legendary setting for
Shakespeare's famous play 'Macbeth'.
Glamis Castle is situated about 12 miles
north of Dundee.
www.glamis-castle.co.uk.
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Linlithgow
Palace, Linlithgow by
Edinburgh
The magnificent, roofless remains of
Linlithgow Palace occupy the top of a
slight hill between the centre of
Linlithgow and Linlithgow Loch.
Birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots.
Situated in the centre of Linlithgow 18
miles west of Edinburgh.
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/linlithgow/linlithgowpalace.
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Urquhart
Castle, by Inverness
Urquhart Castle is one of the most
visited castles in Scotland as it is
situated next to the Loch Ness Monster
Visitor Centre and boat trips at the
Village of Drumnadrochit. An impressive
ruin with interesting history. Situated
16 miles southwest of Inverness.
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/drumnadrochit/urquhart/.
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