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Eilean Donan
Probably the most recognised Scottish castle - not least because BBC
Scotland use it in their advertisements. Certainly one of the most
spectacular. This shot was taken in the early morning so I could beat the German
tourists.
Eilean Donan From The Side
The castle is now connected to the mainland by a causeway. It was
once accessible only by boat - now that is what I call a defensible position.
Castle Urquhart, Loch Ness
If Eilean Donan is not the best known Scottish castle, then this must be
it. Built right on the shore of the loch it is most often seen as the backdrop in
one of the most famous pictures of "Nessie".
Castle Urquhart, Loch Ness
A closer shot of the remains of the keep. The handrails are a
modern addition!
Window
near Edinburgh Castle
A much more interesting subject to my eye than the castle, this window
is in sight of the castle gates.
Bridge, not too far from Kyle
I spotted this one driving from Fort William to Skye. I love the
way Scottish clouds hang low for dramatic effect.
Glencoe
Glencoe is also known as The Weeping Glen. An eerie and
magnificant place. Many ghosts walk here.
In 1692 this was the site of the most infamous massacres in British history.
Glencoe
This shot more accurately reflects the gloomy feeling of Glencoe.
Dragon Tower, Stirling
This keep can be seen in the distance from the ramparts of Stirling
Castle. I have no idea what it is actually called but I consider it sufficiently
fantastical to dub it the Dragon Tower.
This is an extreme telephoto shot at about 450mm.
Forth
Rail Bridge, Edinburgh
54,000 tons of steel
194,000 cubic yards of aggregates
21,000 tons of cement
7 million rivets
4600 men
57 mens' lives
Forth Rail Bridge, Edinburgh
The bridge was formally opened by the Prince of Wales on 5 March 1890.
Rest Area, North of Stirling
What can I say? It was a nice place for lunch. Sausage sandwiches, I think.
