Caves, castles, wide open views

Scotland photo gallery

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31. August 2024

In August 1829, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy visited Fingal's Cave. Inspired by his visit, he composed a concert overture afterwards.

2 Min. The impressive basalt columns of Staffa Island inspired painters, composers and writers to create masterpieces. On Lismore you will find Duns, Brochs and shepherds, but no police. At Buchanan Castle, nature proves that everything is ephemeral, even the most magnificent buildings.

A peaceful retreat: the historic cemetery of tells many stories of past centuries.

Annette on the old stone bridge that crosses the river 'Kinglas Water' near the village of Cairndow.

Duart Castle, the ancestral seat of the MacLean clan, was built in the 13th or 14th century.

View of Bunessan Bay, Isle of Mull.

On the west coast of the Isle of Mull.

Fingal's Cave is named after the legendary hero Fingal, a character from the Scottish writer James Macpherson.

In August 1829, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy visited Fingal's Cave. Inspired by his visit, he composed a concert overture afterwards.

On the west coast of the Isle of Mull.

A female pheasant on the Isle of Mull.

Majestic cliffs and green slopes on the coast of the Isle of Mull.

View over Tobermory, Isle of Mull.

Warning sign on the Isle of Mull.

Inside Duart Castle, Isle of Mull.

Lismore: This old telephone box has been converted into a sales stand for postcards and other small souvenirs.

Scotland, Isle of Lismore: Shepherd Arthur keeps his flock of sheep in check thanks to his collie Misty.

Lismore: Shepherd Arthur and his collie called Misty.

Lismore: Fly the collie holds his nose in the almost incessant wind.

Annette walks along the historic, whitewashed cottages on the island of Lismore.

Lochan Urr: An idyllic lake, a lush forest, majestic mountains - the Scottish Highlands in all their splendour.

In the Scottish Highlands: a red deer shows off its impressive antlers. And perhaps his sense of humour.

The Ardanaiseig House estate is reflected in the calm waters of Loch Awe.

Annette enjoys the spectacular view of Loch Katrine from Ben A'an Mountain, a popular excursion destination.

Annette marvels at the strong ivy roots in the dilapidated Buchanan Castle.

We marvel at the ruined Buchanan Castle, which has been largely reclaimed by nature.

The roof of Buchanan Castle was removed in 1954 and since then the property has fallen into disrepair, but its wonderfully spooky charm remains.

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