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  1. Urquhart Castle (/ ˈɜːrkərt / ⓘ; Scottish Gaelic: Caisteal na Sròine) is a ruined castle that sits beside Loch Ness in the Highlands of 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 – 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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    Located on the most famous loch in Scotland, Urquhart castle is sometimes called the Loch Ness Castle as it might be easier to remember… The ruins date from the 13th century to the 16th century, but there were earlier medieval fortifications on the site.
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    Urquhart Castle, situated on the shore of Loch Ness, truly has a charm quite like no other castle in Scotland, and is notable for surviving some of the most dramatic chapters in history. The iconic ruins have a whimsical appeal and tragic history that has solidified their place as one of the most popular historic destinations in the Highlands.
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    Halfway up the loch, on the western shore, is Urquhart Castle. This is the most scenic spot to view Loch Ness and the prime location to spot Nessie. If visiting Scottish castles excites you, Urquhart Castle is a great one to visit. It has a stunning location with the loch as a backdrop.
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    Urquhart Castle - Wikipedia

    Urquhart Castle is a ruined castle that sits beside Loch Ness in the Highlands of 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. The present ruins date from the 13th to the 16th centuries, though built on the … See more

    Early Middle Ages
    The name Urquhart derives from the 7th-century form Airdchartdan, itself a mix of the Old Irish aird (point or promontory) and See more

    Urquhart Castle is sited on Strone Point, a triangular promontory on the north-western shore of Loch Ness, and commands the route along this side of the Great Glen as well as the entrance to Glen Urquhart. The castle is quite close to water level, though there are low cliffs … See more

    After the castle came into public hands repairs and excavations were carried out. These were interrupted by World War I but were resumed and … See more

     
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