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  • General view of Kisimul Castle taken from a boat

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    Kisimul Castle

    Hop on a boat to make the memorable journey to the ‘Castle in the Sea’, seat of the chief of Clan Macneil.

  • A photograph of a large house with a square tower, flying a Saltire flag.

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    Newark Castle

    Contrast the beauty of this rediscovered treasure with the notoriety of its most famous noble resident.

  • A general view of the circular curtain wall and moat at Rothesay Castle.

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    Rothesay Castle

    Survey a fortress famous for its long and close association with the Stewart kings of Scotland.

  • A general view of the prehistoric village at Skara Brae.

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    Skara Brae

    Step back 5,000 years in time to explore the best-preserved Neolithic settlement in Western Europe.

  • A general view of Stirling Castle, showing the gate house, royal palace and the roof of the great hall.

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    Stirling Castle

    Explore one of Scotland’s greatest castles, home to generations of monarchs and a fortress since ancient times.

  • A general view of the Blackhouse, Arnol.

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    The Blackhouse, Arnol

    Gain a unique insight into island life inside this traditional thatched house – once home to a family and its animals.

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