Eilean Donan - most picturesque castle in Scotland
Eilean Donan (Scottish Gaelic: Eilean Donnain) is a small island, which lies about 1 kilometre from the village of Dornie in the western Highlands of Scotland. The name Eilean Donan, or the island of Donan, is most probably called after the 6th century Irish Saint, Bishop Donan who came to Scotland around 580 AD. The island is dominated by the picturesque castle. Some people say Eilean Donan is the most beautiful castle in Scotland. It was founded in the thirteenth century and became a stronghold of the Clan Mackenzie and the Clan Macrae.
In 1719 the castle was destructed by British ships, during the Jacobite rebellions. In the 19th century, Lieutenant-Colonel John Macrae-Gilstrap reconstructed the castle. The castle was rebuilt according to the surviving ground plan of earlier phases. The details of the present castle differ from its original appearance. The restoration included the construction of an arched bridge to give easier access to the island. A picturesque castle frequently appears in photographs, film and television. You can explore nearly every part of the castle. The castle has its own visitor centre which includes a coffee shop and gift shop.
These 3 images are STUNNING
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos! Brings back such great memories of being there!
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ReplyDeleteWhen I was in Scotland I didn't see blue in the sky any day... :-)
fantastic photos of a beautiful landscape.
ReplyDeleteLovely pictures! I visited this castle in October last autumn :-))
ReplyDeleteBrilliant scene.
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ReplyDeleteThose are awesome shots. Any of them would make wonderful prints for any wall!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the visit ! ;-)
ReplyDeleteScotland is where my people are from. I'd love to visit there.
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What an amazing place. I love your photographs!
ReplyDeleteThat might be the picturesque castle anywhere. Very nicely composed and captured.
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ReplyDeleteI am always intrigued by castles. Your photos are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Well done photos! These should be post cards!
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stunning, beautiful castle and images.
ReplyDeleteHello, it is a gorgeous view of the castle. Lovely series of images. Have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteIt is a magical place & your photos capture this brilliantly!
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Very well captured! I like to see the castle from your perspectives.
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Alexander
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Beautiful. I love the bridge.
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Wow, that truly is picturesque!! Very beautiful photos, and shooting from the various locations gives nice perspective.
ReplyDeleteWow! Lovely captures of the castle and landscape. One day I am going to have to make it to Scotland.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots!
ReplyDeleteAS always your photos are perfect and beautiful
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They really look classic and refreshing!
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Firasz
That is quite the castle and view!
ReplyDeleteAwesome views and pics
ReplyDeleteWe were there a few years ago...lovely images!
ReplyDeleteThe first one with several of the background colors is so beautiful! Like that they built a long bridge up to the castle. Quite a treat you shared:)
ReplyDeleteWhat fabulous shots of the castle and the landscape!
ReplyDeleteI am here in Scotland now and want to visit as many castles as I can; but this is the one I want to see the most!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful old castle in a spectacular coastal landscape.
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