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Visitor Attractions in Dunvegan, Duirinish, Waternish and Central Skye
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Dunvegan Castle
The seat of the MacLeod of MacLeod, Dunvegan Castle is said to be the oldest continuously inhabited family home in Scotland. The castle you see today is a mix of architectural styles and is not particularly attractive. The part of the interior open to the public is full of paintings and artefacts including the famous Fairy Flag, a St Kilda mailboat and momentos from the visits of Water Scott and Johnson and Boswell to the Castle, as well as Jacobite relics. The gardens are picturesque and beautifully kept. Cafe by the car park. |
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Colbost Croft Museum, Colbost
Small folk museum housed in a converted blackhouse, with a peat fire and an illicit still out the back. | |
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Borreraig Park Piping Centre
Small museum commemorating the MacCrimmon piping family, hereditary pipers to the MacLeods, and all things bagpipes. | |
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Toy Museum, Glendale
The original Glendale toy museum was destroyed by fire in 2002 but has now been rebuilt and restocked with surviving and new toys. It is possible for children (and adults!) to play with many of the exhibits. |
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Dunvegan Castle Seal Boat Trips
Boat trips to visit the common seal colonies out in Loch Dunvegan; these are the largest colonies of seals on Skye. The trips, operating from Dunvegan Castle, get very close to the seals. Seal sightings are guaranteed - or your money is refunded. Photo by ©Marcel Buckhard reproduced under GNU FDL |