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McCaig's Tower, also known by tourists (but never by locals) as McCaig's Folly, is a prominent tower on Battery Hill overlooking the town of Oban in Argyll, Scotland. It is built of Bonawe granite taken from the quarries across Airds Bay , on Loch Etive , from Muckairn, with a circumference of about 200 metres (660 ft) with two-tiers of 94 ...
McCaig’s Tower is a prominent landmark in the resort town of Oban in Argyll on Scotland’s west coast. Built in 1897 by local banker John Stuart McCaig, the aim of the tower was to provide work for local stonemasons and a lasting monument to the McCaig family.
The tower, which resembles a colossal Roman amphitheatre, offers a panoramic view of Oban Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Despite its grand design, the construction of the tower was never completed due to McCaig’s death in 1902. The structure that stands today is primarily the outer wall of what was meant to be a more extensive building.
Sep 27, 2019 · Discover McCaig’s Tower in Oban, Scotland: Looking strangely like Rome's Colosseum, this unfinished tower has dominated the skyline for over 100 years.
McCaig's Tower. 2,867 reviews. #5 of 33 things to do in Oban. Points of Interest & Landmarks. Open now. 9:00 AM - 11:59 PM. Write a review. What people are saying. By Giles T. “ Quirky viewpoint ” Sep 2023. After a stiff walk up (you can drive) we found a wonderfully quirky amphitheatre with magnificent views over the town... “ folly ” Apr 2022.
Take a walk up the hill and feel inspired by the spectacular view which awaits you. Duncraggan Rd, Oban, Argyll PA34 5DP. McCaigs Tower. McCaigs Tower-Take A Walk. McCaigs Tower-Incredible Architecture. McCaigs Tower-Completely Circular. McCaigs Tower-Amazing Views Over Oban.
Features. Reviews. McCaig's Tower is a prominent folly on the hillside (called Battery Hill) overlooking Oban in Argyll, Scotland. It is built of Bonawe granite taken from the quarries across Airds Bay, on Loch Etive, from Muckairn, with a circumference of about 200 metres with two-tiers of 94 lancet arches (44 on the bottom and 50 on top).
