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Ruined. Site history. Built. c.1400–1600. In use. Until 1718. Dunnottar Castle ( Scottish Gaelic: Dùn Fhoithear, "fort on the shelving slope") [1] is a ruined medieval fortress located upon a rocky headland on the north-eastern coast of Scotland, about 2 miles (3 kilometres) south of Stonehaven.
History - Dunnottar Castle. Explore the Past. Steeped in history, this romantic and haunting ruin is a photographer’s paradise, a history lover’s dream and an iconic tourist destination for visitors the world over. 440 Million years ago. Rock formation. The rock on which the Castle stands is as remarkable at close quarters as it is from a distance.
- Dunnottar Castle. DISCOVER ONE OF SCOTLAND'S HIDDEN TREASURES. Perched atop a 160 foot rock and surrounded on three sides by the North Sea, these dramatic and evocative cliff-top ruins were once an impregnable fortress of the Earls Marischal, once one of the most powerful families in Scotland.
Dunnottar Castle is a ruined medieval fortress located upon a rocky headland on the north-eastern coast of Scotland, about 2 miles south of Stonehaven. 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.
May 9, 2020 · Overview. Dunnottar Castle is an imposing fortress dating from the 1400s. Its history is fascinating, featuring tales of sheltering the Scottish Crown Jewels from invading armies and hosting Mary, Queen of Scots. Today, its ruinous buildings offer a fascinating glimpse into Scotland’s turbulent past, attracting tourists from near and far.
Nov 16, 2015 · Looking out to the North Sea, this beautiful castle, set on a cliff south of the town of Stonehaven, evokes a distinct connection with the site. You can almost see the Viking ships chopping the...
