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History
CLANS! Why Did Scotland Have a Clan System? (Clan Origins & Evolution)
The Scottish clan system, a defining feature of Highland culture, emerged from a complex interplay of social, political, and historical…
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History
TOP 5 Clan Mackenzie Locations in History
Originating in the Kintail region of the western Highlands, the clan’s story spans centuries of power struggles, loyalty to the…
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Must See
Scotland’s Most Scenic Road Trip – The North Coast 500
Scotland’s North Coast 500 (NC500), often called the “Scottish Route 66,” is a breath-taking 516-mile road trip that loops through…
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Travel Blog
Dunrobin Castle in Scotland | The Jewel of the NC500
Often described as a fairytale castle, it serves as the historic seat of the Earls and Dukes of Sutherland, with…
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Places
Eilean Donan Castle – Stronghold of the Clan Mackenzie
Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most iconic and photographed landmarks, sits on a small tidal island where three lochs—Duich,…
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History
The Jacobite Rising: A Quest for the Stuart Crown
The Jacobite Risings were a series of rebellions between 1689 and 1746 aimed at restoring the deposed Stuart monarchy to…
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History
Culloden: The Brutal 18th-Century Battle In The Scottish Highlands
The battle not only crushed the Jacobite dream of restoring the Stuart monarchy but also reshaped the cultural and political…
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History
The Witches of Scotland | Edinburgh Witches & the Witch Craze
Between the early-16th and mid-18th centuries, an estimated 4,000-6,000 people were accused and 2,500 executed, 300 of them right here…
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Regions
A Day Out To Stirling
This itinerary balances Stirling’s rich history with its charming atmosphere, making for a full, engaging day.
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Travel Blog
Scotland 5 Day Road Trip | Isle of Skye, The Highlands, West Coast
The Highlands, Glencoe, and the Isle of Skye weave together a tapestry of Scotland’s wild soul, where every bend in…
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