Attractions in the Highlands Argyll Scotland
Attractions in the Highlands of Scotland
There are many attractions in the Scottish Highlands, from Ancient Monuments, standing stones, Bronze Age circles, iron age stone buildings, all historical relics of past civilizations. The Highlands of Scotland are a paradise for bird-watchers and wildlife enthusiasts. The whole area has more magnificent landscape and seascape views than you will ever have time to see, but the ones you do see will stay in your memory forever.
Glenfinnan
Glenfinnan which is located to the west of Fort William attracts thousands of visitors to the highlands every year, it is often featured in Scottish artwork and photography as the location and vibrancy of the place captures the spirit of Scotland. Glenfinnan overlooks the forests of Eilean Glen Fhianin, Sunart and the
Moidart mountains.
The Glenfinnan Tower was built in 1815 as a memorial to the Jacobites. The highland tower was subsequently added in 1834. Magnificent views from the tower make the climb to the top worth the effort.
The story of Bonnie Prince Charlies campign in the highlands of Scotland and subsequent defeat at the battle of Culloden can be found at the Glenfinnan Visitor Centre.
The River Finnan is famous for its viaduct which towers 100 feet over the river on its twenty one concrete arches. The journey over the Glenfinnan Viaduct by the West Highland Railway is one of the most impressive journeys in the entire world. The viaduct was built by Robert MacAlpine to provide a connection between Mallaig and Glasgow.
Glenfinnan Myths
According to myth and legend, a cart-horse and driver were killed when they fell into one of the shuttered piers while dumping their load while the bridge was being constructed, and were both buried in the concrete. Recent revelations have proved that the unfortunate incident actually happened at Loch Nam Uamh Viaduct, which is further down the line near Arisaig. It was recenty found that the driver actually survived.
Popular Highland Attractions
Popular Highland attraction include Nevis Range ski centre, Arrochar Alps, Balmoral Castle, Battlefield of Culloden, Ben Cruachan hydro-electric power station, Ben Lomond, Ben Macdui, Ben Nevis, Cairngorm National Park, Cairngorm Ski centre near Aviemore, Cairngorm Mountains, Caladonian Canal, Cape Wrath, Carrick Castle, Castle Stalker, Castle Tioram, Chanonry Point, Conic Hill, Crathes Castle, Duart Castle, Durness, Eilean Donan, Glen Coe, Glen Etive, Glen Kinglas, Glen Lyon, Glen Orchy, Glen Shee ski centre, Glen Shiel, Glen Spean, Glenfinnan, Grampian Mountains, Hebrides, Highland Wildlife Park, Inveraray Castle, Inveraray Jail, Inverewe Garden, Iona Abbey, Isle of Staffa, Kilchurn Castle, Loch Alsh, Loch Earn, Loch Etive, Loch Fyne Whisky distillery, Loch Fyne, Loch Goil, Loch Katrine, Loch Linnhe, Loch Lochy, Loch Lomond, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Loch Lubnaig, Loch Morar, Loch Morlich, Loch Ness, Loch Nevis, Loch Rannoch, Loch Tay, Lochranza, Luss, Glencoe Ski Centre, Muchalls Castle, Oban Sealife centre at Loch Crean, Rannoch Moor, Red Cullins, Rest and be thankful, Carron River, River Spey, River Tay, Standing Stones, Strathspey Railway, The Lecht Ski Centre, Tor Castle, West Highland Way and the Western Isles.
There is no shortage of things to do in Highlands even if there is the odd rainy day, the only problem is fitting it all in!
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If you love the outdoor life, you will find very much to do in this area. The Highlands scenery varies from the spectacular high mountain tops to the seclusion of the ancient pinewoods.
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