This evening, I am focusing on a sub-set of Scottish castles most of which would have had early origins as military/fortified buildings but which progressively evolved into grand mansions reflecting the increasing wealth and status of their owners.
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This morning, I am continuing my Scottish castles theme with information on five further castles which I have visited in context of my Scotland Tours, viz:
Glamis Castle: This is located on the east of Scotland and is certainly accessible within the day from Edinburgh. Glamis, which pronounced ‘Glarms’, has long association with the British Royal Family, in particular the late Queen Mother. This castle evolved out of hunting lodge around the 13th century. It is now something of a fairy tale castle located in pleasant grounds and benefits from an interesting garden. A very popular tourist destination. There is usually a herd of Highland Cows nearby which are popular with photographers.
This morning, we departed our Tobermory lodgings at 9.30am, drove down to Craignure
to connect with our ferry to Oban on the Scottish mainland.Ferry to Oban went on
schedule. Only downside was wet and overcast weather but after yesterday's stunning
