Nestled among the stunning scenery of the Scottish Highlands sits ... there has in fact been a castle on the island since at ...

These Scottish castles offer fascinating history, stunning architecture, and sweeping grounds. It's estimated Scotland has more than 1,500 castles scattered across its rugged landscapes ...

Dumbarton Castle was built on top of volcanic rock beside the sea. In the 1200s it protected Scotland from Vikings. During World War 2 it became a lookout tower and was fitted with anti-aircraft guns.

Of the more than 1,500 Scottish castles, the ruined medieval fortress ... Cathedral — the oldest parts of which date back to the 1200s — and the forest and waterfall trails of The Hermitage.

Built in the 1400s, the castle was not only a residence for the Crichton family – one of Scotland's most powerful families – but was also a prison and a fortress. It was in service for nearly ...