Scotland is home to many a gothic, enchanting castle – all of which hold their own sordid stories of royal endeavours, military plots, and murder most foul! One of our favourites – a true sight to behold – is Keiss Castle in Caithness, nestled just about as far as you can go in Scotland before…
If you love historical buildings, romantic rolling hills, and stunning scenery, Scotland is the place to be. While the more touristy parts of the country, such as Edinburgh, Glasgow, the Highlands, and the Hebridean Islands, are, of course, beautiful and well worth a visit, some of the lesser-known locations are absolute hidden gems. One such…
Blackness Castle, one of Scotland’s most magnificent fortresses, was constructed in the 15th century by the Crichtons, one of Scotland’s most illustrious families. In recent years, the Blackness Castle Outlander’s filming location has become more recognizable by the general public because of its stunning scenery. From filming settings for Ivanhoe and Hamlet to Scottish landmarks,…