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Historical

Achavanich Stones (S)
Photo: Achavanich Stones
Ardvreck Castle (S)
Photo: Ardvreck Castle

In the North Highlands, the further you go the better it gets. Whether you are tracing your roots, exploring our rich architectural heritage, or uncovering the ancient secrets of our world class archaeology sites, we’ll guarantee you a fascinating journey.

Read more about the history of Caithness, Sutherland and Ross-shire

Historical Places of Interest

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  1. Pre Ice Age Bone Caves
  2. Dornoch Castle
  3. Varrich Castle (ruin)
  4. Borve Castle (ruin)
  5. Castlehill Mill
  6. Yarrows Stone
  7. Achavanich Stones
  8. Dunrobin Castle
  9. Victorian Spa Village
  10. Dingwall Museum
  11. Tain through time
  12. Memorial at Clachtoll Beach
  13. Kinlochewe
  14. Ardvreck Castle (ruin)
  15. Castle Sinclair Girnigoe

Historical Short Videos

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Strathnaver Museum Video

Strathnaver Museum

Length: 1 minute 14 seconds

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Sea Tours Video

Caithness Sea Tours

Length: 1 minute 12 seconds

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Castle of Mey Video

Castle of Mey

Length: 59 seconds

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Dunrobin Castle

Dunrobin Castle

Length: 1 minute 10 seconds

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