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  Inveraray Castle, Argyll Scotland
This the pale, baronial castle, hidden amid the dark green trees, appears almost as a vision from a fairy-tale.
Seat of the Duke of Argyll, chief of the clan Campbell, the original castle was rebuilt, together with the town of Inveraray in the mid-eighteenth century.
The castle is open to visitors at various time during the summer season.
www.castles.org /Chatelaine/INVERARY.HTM   (244 words)

  
 Inveraray Castle
A popular tour stop, this castle is still the home for the chief of the Campbell clan, also known as the Duke of Argyll.
Only a portion of the castle is open to the public and no cameras or video equipment are allowed into the interior of the castle.
The castle was built in 1744 by the third Duke of Argyll.
www.darkisle.com /i/inverary/inverary.html   (90 words)

  
 Scottish Topography engravings and prints 4
The castle is standing in a large grassy clearing in turn surrounded by the thick and twisted weave of the "Forest of the Great Web" with mountain behind.
Inverary Castle has been the seat of the Dukes of Argyll since the early 1400s.
The original castle was built in the 15th century by the first Earl of Argyll had been visited by James V in 1533 and Mary Queen of Scots in 1562.
www.goldenbks.co.uk /Antiqueprints52.html   (401 words)

  
 Inveraray Castle
In 1644 the Duke of Argyll was driven from the castle by the Marquis of Montrose.
The original castle was built in the 15th century by Colin Campbell, 1st Earl of Argyll.
It was burnt by the Marquis of Montrose in 1644.
www.hauntedcastlesandhotels.com /Scotland/inveraray.htm   (658 words)

  
 England - A Highland Noble's Home
When Dr. Johnson visited the castle in 1773, he told Boswell that the building was too low, and expressed a wish that it had been a story higher,— a criticism which has been met to a certain extent, for the dormer-window story is a later addition.
The lord of the castle in a far-off age, who was distinguished for his magnificent hospitality, when visited by some nobles from Ireland was specially anxious to entertain them in his superb field-equipage, which he was accustomed to use on a campaign.
The lord of Inverary at this time was John, the fifth Duke of Argyll, who was satirized by the fribbles of his day because, instead of wasting his guineas on the gambler's-table, he devoted his wealth and his thought to the improvement of his estate and the welfare of his tenants.
www.oldandsold.com /articles30/english-ways-20.shtml   (2154 words)

  
 Glamis Castle .
Eilean Donan Castle is on a rock in the middle of 3 lochs - Loch Alsh, Loch Long and Loch Duich - and surrounded by the mountains of the Highlands.
The castle is next to the village of Dornie and about 8 miles from the Kyle of Lochalsh and the bridge to the Isle of Skye.
The castle is open most of the year and it is run by the Conchra Charitable Trust.
www.castlepictures.com /glamis.html   (880 words)

  
 Inverary Castle on a small group tour of Scotland
Inverary Castle, the seat of the Dukes of Argyll, is haunted by "The Harper of Inverary", who was hanged by Montrose's men on the site of the castle before it was built.
Inverary Castle was once the scene of a martial vision during the fighting in North America between the British and the French.
On a warm and sunny day in 1765, a farmer and his son walked from their home in Glen Aray to neighbouring Glen Shira, where both had business to attend to.
www.visitdunkeld.com /inverary-castle.htm   (826 words)

  
 Scotland Tour Packages: Guided Tours in Scotland with Dunbritton Tours
Balloch castle is actually a "modern" building that was built at the beginning of the 1800's using the stone from the original castle that was built by the Earls of Lennox back in the 13th century.
Inverary Jail is a very popular place to visit and one of Scotland's most visited tourist attractions.
Inverary Castle is a fairy tale castle located just as you enter Inverary on the A83 from the north.
www.dunbrittontours.co.uk /scotland_tour_packages.html   (1839 words)

  
 Traditions and Stories of Scottish Castles - Inverary Castle
The Castle of Inveraray was begun by the third Duke of Argyll (born 1682, died 1761) in 1744, and William Adam died in 1748, the work of completing the design having been committed to Robert Morris, a famous English architect, and finished about the time of the Duke’s death.
The Governorship of the Castle of Tarbert, and command of the King’s lands in Knapdale and Kintyre, gave him control of the Campbell lands in that district of Ayrshire.
The youthful Muriella was seized and borne away with speed from her ancestral domain by one portion of the band, whilst another party lingered behind to form a rearguard in case of pursuit.
www.electricscotland.com /history/castles/inverary.htm   (4766 words)

  
 Castles.org "Castles of the World"
Reference for castles, palaces and monasteries including: castle tours, medieval architecture, hotels, travel, plans, weddings, castles for sale, souvenirs, books, directory, site of the week, and history of castles.
Manzanares el Real Castle, combining the solidarity of a large fortress of the low Middle Ages and the elegance of a Renaissance residence, is a proud symbol of one of the most powerful families in Castilla during the XIV and XV centuries, the Mendozas.
The Palace Castle, which the Duques del Infantado had built during the reign of the Catholic Monarchs, is located near Madrid and set in the breathtaking rocky landscape between La Pedriza and Santillana reservoir.
castles.org /castles/Europe/Western_Europe/United_Kingdom/Scotland/...   (162 words)

  
 Travel for Kids: Argyll and Bute, Scotland
Campbell's Dunstaffnage Castle is a classic Scottish stone castle, originally built by the MacDougalls in the 13th century, but given to the Campbells in the 1470.
Inverary – At Inverary, a picturesque town on the edge of Loch Fyne, a popular attraction is the Inverary Jail Museum.
The castle is in good shape, since it was rebuilt in the 18th century.
www.travelforkids.com /Funtodo/Scotland/argyll-bute.htm   (445 words)

  
 Ten day tour - Blue Riband Accommodation - Travel and Accommodation in Scotland
Inverary Castle the family seat of the Duke & Duchess of Argyll.
Inverary Jail to get an idea what it was like to be locked up by the Dukes family around the turn of the century.
Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness and where most of the sightings of the elusive monster are supposed to have taken place.
www.blueriband-accommodation.com /html/tours10.html   (737 words)

  
 Contact Aberfoyle Coaches - We're in Central Scotland, Within Easy Reach of Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Inverary Castle, resplendent in 16 acres of gargens and grounds is to this day a family home, and is steeped in history.
A visit to Stirling Castle is an essential part of any visit to Scotland.
Its location rivals even Edinburgh Castle's for sheer magnificence as it sits on its high volcanic rock, visible for many miles in every direction.
www.aberfoylecoaches.com /scottish_tours.htm   (393 words)

  
 Inveraray Castle - A Magnificent Scottish Castle and ancestral home of the Duke of Argyll
Of course we cannot hope to bring you the full magic of Inveraray Castle and hope you will be inspired to visit us.
Inveraray Castle is first and foremost a family home in which I have had the great privilege of growing up.
History can often be lost through the years, but here at Inveraray we have, over the decades, chronicled the past in order to share it with future generations.
www.inveraray-castle.com   (197 words)

  
 Scottish topography prints and engravings 5
Interesting steel line engraving of Kinfauns 19th century castle situated in the beautiful setting of the Carse of Gowrie overlooking the river Tay.
The castle stands high on a slope and is set within 26 acres of landscaped and wooded gardens.
Known as the Red Reaver, he made the mistake of attacking William Wallace's ships as they sailed to La Rochelle to enlist the help of the French to rout the English.
www.goldenbks.co.uk /Antiqueprints53.html   (625 words)

  
 Castles of Scotland
One of the first examples of a castle built using stone when it was constructed in the 13th century.
Edinburgh Castle Dominating the City is the Castle, dating from the 12th Century.
Inverary Castle Seat of the Dukes of Argyll, home to Clan Campbell.
www.beautiful-scotland.co.uk /castle-scotland.htm   (234 words)

  
 Places to Visit - Inveraray Castle, Argyll
There was an original castle built on this site by the Campbell Earls of Argyll in the 15th century.
Although the castle is still the home of the Duke of Argyll
, many of the rooms in the castle, with their French neo-classical decor, are open to the public.
www.rampantscotland.com /visit/blvisitinveraray.htm   (192 words)

  
 Clan Campbell Society (NA) - Inveraray Castle   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Inveraray Castle may be the one chance you will have in Argyll, outside the country house hotels, to see the interior of a country house which is still a family home.
The parts which are open to the public are the main reception rooms and a suite of former bedrooms.
The castle is within walking distance of the town and the hotel-restaurant but there is also a parking area outside the visitor's entrance.
www.ccsna.org /castles/inveraray.html   (317 words)

  
 Scotland 2001 - Inverary   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
We took a bus from Glasgow to Inverary.
Visting Inverary was a last minute decision but it was a good one.
Inverary Castle where the Duke of Argyll resides.
crypto.stanford.edu /~eujin/pics/scotland2000/inverary.html   (82 words)

  
 Romantic Driving Tours
Carnassarie Castle is a 16th century castle built by John Carsell, Bishop of the Isles, and destroyed in l685.
A fitting end to your day of visiting beautiful gardens, ruined castles, ancient standing stones and prehistoric relics is a visit to Dunadd Fort, capital of the ancient Kingdom of Dalriada, circa AD 500.
From the grounds of the castle, a 5 minute walk up Glen Shira leads to the pretty Falls of Aray and to the home of Rob Roy, which is now a ruin.
www.romanticplaces.com /driving/scotland_day3.html   (723 words)

  
 Inverary Castle, Loch Fyne.
A branch of the MacVicars of Kintyre settled in Loch Fyne in the 11th century under the leadership of Baron MacVicar.
Through Baron MacVicar’s generosity of a gift of land, clan Campbell gained a foothold in the area and built Inverary Castle.
A standing stone to the clan MacVicar once stood on the lawn of Inverary Castle but it was removed in order to eradicate all memory of the clan to whom the land once belonged.
website.lineone.net /~macvicar/mcvic2.htm   (76 words)

  
 Tour Glencoe, Inverary & Oban, from Individuals to small group tours.
The Castle sits on a plateau of rock next to a marsh bed on the edge of Loch Awe.
Inveraray Castle, the castle is set in 16 acres of gardens and woodland only 10 minutes walk from the town centre.
In1970 the castle was purchased and restored into a residence.
www.lochaberinternet.co.uk /robertsons/inverarayandoban.htm   (1399 words)

  
 Castles   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Edinburgh Castle - Edinburgh [tel: 0131 225 9846]
Inverary Castle - Inverary [tel: 01499 302 203]
Lauriston Castle - South Edinburgh [0131 225 9846]
www.funintheparks.co.uk /castles.html   (60 words)

  
 11/26.- Excursions from Glasgow. Excursions from Glasgow, Inverary Castle. Tourist Information - VIRTOURIST.COM
Meander you way along the A83 from Loch Lomond, through beautiful scenic hills and lochs until you arrive at Inverary.
As you approach the town look over to the right and you'll see the imposing Inverary Castle, family home of the Clan Campbell who have been the Dukes of Argyll since 1701.
Now, say what you want about the aristocracy, but nothing can beat the generosity of the Duke himself who saw to it that as his rather grandiose abode was being built, the impoverished town of Inverary was also being rebuilt.
www.virtourist.com /europe/glasgow2/11.htm   (106 words)

  
 Scottish Hotel in Scotland by Loch Awe Oban Scotland, Scottish wedding and honeymoon hotel in Scotland, Scottish ...
Sitting on Loch Awe in Awe Village is St. Conan's Kirk, a l9th century church with a surreal mix of architectural styles--including gothic gargoyles--and worth a look at.
Situated at the head of Loch Awe, Kilchurn is one of the most attractive and photographed castles in Scotland, enjoying magnificent views of the Loch.
The oldest castle, intact and open to the public on the "The Black Castle" Argyll mainland.
www.taychregganhotel.co.uk /attractions.html   (715 words)

  
 Arms & armour displays/museums - Castle Quest
St Briavels Castle Youth Hostel is probably the best in England but see the Youth Hostel Association site for more and for info about booking etc.
Be aware that an outbreak of Foot and Mouth disease may result in countryside hostels in the UK being closed.
posted 03-03-2001 02:53 AM There are fine displays of arms at both Edinburgh and inverary Castles in Scotland, and a wide selection of european armours at The Burrell Collection in Pollok Park Glasgow.
www.castlesontheweb.com /quest/Forum7/HTML/000387.html   (846 words)

  
 Inverary Castle , Scotland
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Edinburgh Castle, Urquhart Castle, Dunstaffnage Castle, Duart Castle and Culzean Castle.
September 15th, 2003 visiting 9 castles - Glamis Castle, Dunnottar Castle,Huntly Castle,Urquhart Castle, Eilean Donan Castle, Dunvegan Castle, Dunstaffnage Castle, Inverlochy Castle, Kilchurn Castle.
castlepictures.com /inverary-castle.shtml   (240 words)

  
 The Royal Scotsman -- Extend Your Stay
This tour gives you the opportunity to enjoy the magical and romantic western isles of Scotland, the beauty and mystery of the Highlands and the glamour and grace of the world-renowned “Royal Scotsman” train all in one visit.
The meticulously refurbished period carriages are complemented by the finesse of the on-board cuisine, and by the experienced and gracious train staff.
After a guided visit of Inverary Castle, clan seat of the Campbells, we continue towards the scattered islands of Scotland’s West Coast.
www.rextravel.com /rail/roylscot/rsinside.htm   (890 words)

  
 Loch Ness and Uquhart Castle Photo Gallery by Robert Hole Jr at pbase.com
Loch Ness and Uquhart Castle Photo Gallery by Robert Hole Jr at pbase.com
Urquhart Castle is a beautiful ruin on the banks of Loch Ness, about half way down the loch on the western side.
It is best to login or register first but you may post as a guest.
www.pbase.com /rhole/loch_ness   (69 words)

  
 Loch Lomond tourist information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Edinburgh (the Edinburgh Castle and HMS Britannia), Stirling (Stirling Castle), and Inverary (Inverary Castle) are only just over an hour's drive, Oban, Fort William (see Glencoe enroute) and Pitlochry (Blair Castle is just up the road from Pitlochry) are about two hours.
(pronounced Cul-Lane) Castle on the Ayrshire coast to the south is about an hour and a half - well worth a visit and the international links golf courses of Troon and Turnberry are near there.
We have excellent local golf courses (which are open to non-members Monday to Friday) in Cardross and Helensburgh.
www.scotland2000.com /kirktonhouse/todo.htm   (197 words)

  
 Old and antique prints and maps: Scotland, Inverary Castle, 1834, Scotland, antique prints
Old and antique prints and maps: Scotland, Inverary Castle, 1834, Scotland, antique prints
"Inverary Castle & Dun-y-quaich, Argyll-Shire" engraved by Joseph Swan after a picture by John Fleming, published in The Lakes of Scotland, 1834.
Finely detailed steel engraved print with recent hand colour.
www.antiqueprints.com /proddetail.php?prod=e8901&cat=43   (100 words)

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