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Isle of Skye

The largest of the Inner Hebrides, Skye boasts some of Britain’s most dramatic scenery. From rugged volcanic plateaus to ice-sculpted peaks, the island is divided by numerous sea lochs. Limestone grasslands dominate in the south, where hills are scattered with ruined crofts abandoned during the Clearances.

Skye is one of the top locations in Scotland to visit. It is famous for its scenery and landscapes that will take your breath away. It is 50 miles long and the largest of the Inner Hebrides.

The Island has a rich History covering many topics, such as: Dinosaur Fossils, Clan Warfare, Highland Clearances and the infamous ‘Bonnie Prince Charlie’ and the Jacobite Rebellion. Both Clan MacDonald and Clan MacLeod have their Clan Castles on the Island and should be on your list of places to visit.

Isle of Skye’s highlights:

With its harbor lined with colorful houses, Portree ( meaning “port of king”) is Skye’s mini-metropolis. It received its name after a visit made by James V in 1540 in a bid to bring peace to local warring clans.
Dunvegan Castle. For over eight centuries it has been the seat of the chief of the Clan MacLeod. The castle’s architecture is a unique mix of building styles due to numerous structural additions and renovations that tool place from the 13th to mid-19th centuries.
The Skye Museum of Island Life. This award-winning museum takes visitors back in time to an old Highland village, comprising a community of well-preserved thatched cottages and crofts, where they can discover what island life was like 100 years ago.
Armadale Castle Gardens and Museum of the Isles. Once the seat of Clan Donald, who reigned over the area as Lords of the Isles, this ruined castle and its grounds make for a fascinating day out. The gardens date back to the 1790s and are home to many remarkable specimens of trees and rare plants. At the award-winning Museum of the Isles, visitors can discover the story of Scotland’s most powerful clan.