Loch Duich, Wester Ross
Loch Duich runs south from Dornie to Shiel Bridge. Dornie is situated at the confluence of Loch Alsh, Loch Duich and Loch Long and close by is Eilean Donan Castle.
Eilean Donan Castle is a 13th century stone courtyard fortress founded by the MacKenzies. The 14th century keep of three storeys and a garret was garrisoned by the Jacobites in 1719 but it surrendered after being bombarded by three English frigates. Early in the 20th century, the remains were reconstructed and are now a feature of numerous stereotypical Scottish calendars and postcards.
Date: June 1999
Location: view from the A87 road just south of Dornie
Eilean Donan Castle is a 13th century stone courtyard fortress founded by the MacKenzies. The 14th century keep of three storeys and a garret was garrisoned by the Jacobites in 1719 but it surrendered after being bombarded by three English frigates. Early in the 20th century, the remains were reconstructed and are now a feature of numerous stereotypical Scottish calendars and postcards.
Date: June 1999
Location: view from the A87 road just south of Dornie
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