Attractions on Mull Argyll Scotland
Attractions on the Isle of Mull
Mull is the largest of a group of islands, and the most famous smaller isles being Iona which is the birthplace of Christianity in Scotland, and Staffa which is famous for Fingal's cave. Other islands include Ulva, Gometra and the Treshnish Isles.
Tobermory, the main town at the north end of the island of Mull is a lovely place to visit, with its bright and colourful houses overlooking its picturesque harbour. It has a nice selection of interesting shops, cafes and restaurants. Tobermory is also famous for being the location where the BBC children's television series, “Balamory” is filmed. Tobermory has numerous restaurants which use the best natural Scottish meat, fish, herbs and vegetable ingredients. Experience Scottish cuisine!
The Isle of Mull has over 300 miles of coastline, there are many breathtaking views, excellent cliff top walks, secluded sandy beaches and forests for you to discover and enjoy. For the hill-walkers out there, Mull even has its own Munro (a mountain which is over 3000ft) Ben Mor which you could bag this year! There are many hills less than 3000ft which offer walkers of all ages and abilities very enjoyable challenges.
You could visit Duart Castle near Craignure, the historical home of the Clan MacLean. This is the ancient castle that can be seen on the top of the cliff on the way to Mull on the Oban ferry.
You can also take a ride on the miniature steam railway to the magnificent Torosay Castle which features beautiful gardens and an interesting history.
The Isle of Mull offers a broad range of diverse activities and attractions that will suit all ages. From breathtaking scenery to amazing wildlife and its important historical sites, there is always something to do. Mull is only a 40 minute ferry ride from Oban - it truly is a natural gem of an island.
Duart Castle
Duart Castle stands proudly on a cliff top guarding the Sound of Mull and enjoys one of the most spectacular and unique positions on the West Coast of Scotland. For over 400 years this has been the base of the Clan Maclean's sea-borne power.
The castle stands on a crag at the end of the peninsular jutting out into the Sound of Mull at the intersection of the sound of Mull, Loch Linne and the Firth of Lorne. It is within view of the neighbouring castles of Dunstaffnage, Dunollie, Aros and Ardtornish, part of a chain of castles up the Sound of Mull to Mingary Castle.
Duart was originally a rectangular wall enclosing a courtyard. In the year 1350, Lachlan Lubanach, the 5th Chief of the clan, married Mary Macdonald who was the daughter of the Lord of the Isles. She was given Duart Castle as her dowry. Lachlan Lubanach built the keep (tower house) on the outside of the original outer wall but was constructed to integrate with it and enclose the castle well.
There is no shortage of things to do in Mull even if there is the odd rainy day, the only problem is fitting it all in!
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If you love the outdoors, you'll find so much to do in this area. The Isle of Mull scenery varies from the spectacular high mountain tops to the seclusion of the ancient pinewoods.
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