The Ruins of Dunnottar Castle, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire. North East Scotland.
Jun 30, 2019 12:42:13 #
On our way to Craigendarroch near Balmoral, a seven hour drive from home we stopped to visit the ruins. The Castle is a ruined medieval fortress c.1400-1600 located upon a rocky headland on the northeastern coast of Scotland. The surviving buildings are largely of the 15th and 16th centuries, but the site is believed to have been fortified in the Early Middle Ages.
Dunnottar has played a prominent role in the history of Scotland through to the 18th century Jacobite risings because of its strategic location and defensive strength. It is best known as the place where the Honours of Scotland, the Scottish crown jewels, were hidden from Oliver Cromwell's invading army in the 17th century. The property of the Keiths from the 14th century, and the seat of the Earl
Dunnottar fell into disrepair after the last Earl forfeited his titles by taking part in the Jacobite rebellion of 1715. Some restoration was done in the 20th century and is open to the public.
We didnt go into the ruins as there were many steps down and up to the castle and I was feeling crock with a very bad cold!
The field is a crop of barley grown in Scotland for whisky production.
Hope you enjoy a taste of the place.
Canon 650D, 18-55, 10-18, Tamron 18-400 lens.
Please try the downloads.
Dunnottar has played a prominent role in the history of Scotland through to the 18th century Jacobite risings because of its strategic location and defensive strength. It is best known as the place where the Honours of Scotland, the Scottish crown jewels, were hidden from Oliver Cromwell's invading army in the 17th century. The property of the Keiths from the 14th century, and the seat of the Earl
Dunnottar fell into disrepair after the last Earl forfeited his titles by taking part in the Jacobite rebellion of 1715. Some restoration was done in the 20th century and is open to the public.
We didnt go into the ruins as there were many steps down and up to the castle and I was feeling crock with a very bad cold!
The field is a crop of barley grown in Scotland for whisky production.
Hope you enjoy a taste of the place.
Canon 650D, 18-55, 10-18, Tamron 18-400 lens.
Please try the downloads.
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Thistle the National flower of Scotland
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Jun 30, 2019 12:49:32 #
Jun 30, 2019 12:52:07 #
Incredible shots. Makes me want to get on a plane this evening. Thank you for sharing & I look forward to more.
Jun 30, 2019 13:03:15 #
Thank you for the history an a beautiful collection of images. I always look forward to your posts.
Mark
Mark
Jun 30, 2019 13:49:04 #
A beautiful and well taken photographic tour of this area of Scotland. It makes me want to be there, Sylvia. I've always thought of Scotland as dreary and forlorn yet I find the area mystical and fascinating.
Jun 30, 2019 14:38:14 #
These are all wonderful shots, Sylvia. You always give us beautiful views while showing the character and charm of the places you visit.
Jun 30, 2019 17:09:39 #
UTMike wrote:
Sylvia's Fantastic Tours! I would not book with anyone else.
So pleased to know Mike. Thank you very much for your always generous comments.
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Jul 1, 2019 03:36:38 #
fbeaston wrote:
Incredible shots. Makes me want to get on a plane this evening. Thank you for sharing & I look forward to more.
My pleasure to share and thank you very much fbeaston for your generous comments, so pleased you enjoyed the visit.
Jul 1, 2019 05:11:59 #
Jul 1, 2019 05:34:51 #
Sylvias wrote:
On our way to Craigendarroch near Balmoral, a seve... (show quote)
Beautiful images Sylvie. Thanks for sharing.
Jul 1, 2019 05:46:23 #
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