The Cairngorms has had an important role to play in much of Scotland's history - from Royal fueds and bloody battles to industrial revolution. There are many sites which tell these stories dotted all around the Cairngorms National Park - at some you may have to use your imagination a little more than at others, but they all delve deep into the history of the area.
1. Loch an Eilein at Rothiemurchus
Loch an Eilein (loch of the island) with it's 13th century island castle was voted 'UK's best picnic spot', easy walks through anc...
2. Balmoral Castle
In 2018 the grounds, gardens, exhibitions, gift shop and coffee shop will be open to the Public on a daily basis from Friday 30th ...
3. Braemar Castle
17th Century Castle with an exciting story. Built in 1628 by the Earl of Mar as his Highland hunting lodge, burned in the first Ja...
4. Blair Castle Trekking Centre
Experience the natural beauty and wild landscapes of Atholl Estates on a relaxing Highland Pony trek. Enjoy a relaxing trek into ...
5. Blair Castle and Gardens
Blair Castle is nestled in the dramatic landscape of Highland Perthshire and has been home to 19 generations of Stewarts and Murra...
6. Ballindalloch Castle
Castle and Gardens - Now Open...
7. Drumin Castle
Only two walls remain of this former stronghold of Alexander Stewart, better known as the 'Wolf of Badenoch' (1342-1406). The rui...
8. Corgarff Castle
Corgarff,StrathdonT. 01975 651460
9. Kildrummy Castle
Kildrummy,StrathdonT. 01975 571 331
10. Ruthven Barracks
Ruthven,Kingussie
11. Braemar Castle
Braemar Castle,BraemarT. 013397 41219
12. Glenbuchat Castle
Glenbuchat,StrathdonT. 01667 460 232
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