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See all on WikipediaEilean Donan (Scottish Gaelic: Eilean Donnain) is a small tidal island situated at the confluence of three sea lochs (Loch Duich, Loch Long and Loch Alsh) in the western Highlands of Scotland, about 1 kilometre (5⁄8 mi) from the village of Dornie. It is connected to the mainland by a footbridge that was installed … See more
It is possible that an early Christian monastic cell was founded on the island in the 6th or 7th century, and that it was dedicated to Donnán of Eigg, an Irish saint who was martyred on See more
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• The castle, seen from the west
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Eilean Donan Castle went through several phases of development from the earliest fortifications of the 13th century through to its destruction in … See more
Wikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license WEBEilean Donan Castle is named after a 6th century Irish saint and was built as a defensive fortress against the Vikings. It was destroyed in 1719 by the English government during the Jacobite rising and rebuilt by Lt Colonel …
WEBEilean Donan Castle is a 13th century fortress on an island in the Scottish Highlands. It was restored by Lieutenant Colonel John MacRae-Gilstrap in the 20th century and is now owned by his descendants, the …
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WEBAmanda Ruggeri. One of the island’s most distinctive structures is its hornwork, which was added to Eilean Donan in the 1500s. This platform for cannons is a reminder that – no matter how...
WEBIt is said his life in the Castle was lived in an ‘opulent and flourishing condition, much given to hospitality and charity’. 1640’s Mr Farquhar is forced from the Castle by Simon …
WEBJun 7, 2013 · The keep was complete by 1928, the rubble causeway by 1932 and the L-shaped south-west range two years later. The major was a man with a mission: to re-establish himself in succession to three …
Eilean Donan Castle | Scottish Castles Association
WEBLearn about the history and architecture of Eilean Donan Castle, one of the most beautifully situated of all Scottish Castles. The castle was rebuilt in the 20th century by its owner, …
Eilean Donan Castle: The Story Behind Scotland’s …
WEBFeb 16, 2023 · According to legend, Lady Mary was the wife of the castle’s owner, and she fell in love with a young man who was visiting the castle. When her husband found out, he had the young man killed and buried in …
WEBOne of the world's quintessential castles: Eilean Donan is familiar from films and stunning in its romantic location. Open daily. Alternative names: Castle Donnan; Ellan Donnan. …
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WEBProbably the most photographed castle in Scotland, spectacularly sited on an island at the head of Loch Duich. Eilean Donan was involved in many raids and sieges, reduced to rubble and authentically reconstructed to …
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WEBEilean Donan Castle ( MHG45372) is a medieval icon of the Highlands, situated at the confluence of three sea lochs in Wester Ross (Figure 1). Much of the present castle is a reconstruction from the early 20 th …
Eilean Donan Castle: History, Facts and Visitor Information
WEBDiscover the fascinating history and facts about Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland's most iconic landmarks. Plan your visit to this stunning fortress and learn about its …
Eilean Donan Castle: One of Scotland’s Most Famous Fortresses
WEBDonnan was a Celtic saint martyred in about 617, and it’s said that his followers once built a church upon the island – although we’ve little evidence of that. Scottish legends say that …
10 Facts about Eilean Donan Castle - Discover Walks Blog
WEBJun 24, 2022 · located on its own little island, and surrounded by the majestic forested mountains of Kintail, Eilean Donan castle is a place worth visiting. 9. Macrae Family …
Eilean Donan - Castles in Scotland
WEBSep 30, 2023 · Eilean Donan Castle holds a profound legacy and significance in the historical landscape. This iconic castle, located in the Scottish Highlands, has been a …
Eilean Donan: Scotland's Enduring Castle - Unusual Places
WEBIn 1911, Lieutenant Colonel John MacRae-Gilstrap purchased the island of Eilean Donan, and devoted 20 years to restoring the castle. Today, the castle features a visitor center, …
Scotland's Eilean Donan Castle: You've seen it In films, you'll …
WEBHowever, all reviews and opinions are my own. On the main tourist route to the Isle of Skye, about 134 miles from Inveraray, you’ll find Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most …
Eilean Donan Castle | Canmore
WEBThe medieval castle on the small tidal island of Eilean Donan, heavily restored in the early 20th century, may have occupied the site of an earlier fort, though evaluations in 2008 …
Eilean Donan Castle: Visit Scotland’s Fairy Tale Castle
WEBAug 19, 2022 · Tucked away in the Scottish Highlands, at the point where three lochs meet, lies one of the country’s most recognizable attractions, Eilean Donan Castle. The …
Visiting Eilean Donan Castle in Scotland: More than Highlander
WEBNov 4, 2023 · Eilean Donan Castle is located in the western Highlands of Scotland, near the village of Dornie. It is situated on a small tidal island where three sea lochs meet, …
Eilean Donan Castle - Hidden Scotland
WEBA staple of postcards across the nation, the beauty of Eilean Donan Castle is in no way diminished by its celebrity status. The castle is built upon its own estranged island …
Eilean Donan Castle, Kyle of Lochalsh, Highlands - Castles …
WEBThere is no contemporary evidence that Robert I was at Eilean Donan, but it is telling that his son David II granted a charter to the MacKenzies confirming their ownership of the …
Eilean Donan - Kyle of Lochalsh, Scotland
WEBExplore a 13th Century Castle in the Highlands of Scotland and you will embark on a journey that takes you through time and history. Eilean Donan Castle is operated by …
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