02/27/2007 | Eilean Donan Castle

Eilean Donan (Scottish for Island on Donan) castle is a famous castle. The original castle was built in 1220 for Alexander II as a defence against the Vikings. By the late 13th century it had become a stronghold of the Mackenzies of Kintail (later the Earls of Seaforth). In 1511, the MacRaes, as protectors of the MacKenzies, became the hereditary Constables of the Castle. (Wikipedia)

It is believed to be the most photographed castle in Scotland.

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