Eilean Donan Castle by artaddict2

Photography • Historical • posted on Jul 28, 2008

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Probably the most photographed castle in Scotland. The first fortified castle here was built in the mid 13th century guarding the lands of Kintail. Since then at least four different versions of the castle have been built and rebuilt as the feudal history of Scotland unfolded through the centuries. Partially destroyed by a Jacobite uprising in 1719 Eilean Donan lay in ruins for the best part of 200 years until lieutenant Colonel John MacRea-Gilstrap bought the island in 1911 and proceeded to restore the castle to its former glory. After 20years of toil and labour the castle was re-opened in 1932. Narrative gained from The Official website where they have a good vitual tour inside the castle at- http://www.eileandonancastle.com/ I bacame a Grandad for the second time late last night, my son Antony and Jade became the proud parents of a little boy. Thanks for looking, Alan.

Comments (53)

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DarkStormCrow

3:36AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Excellent photography and scene, well done...

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ledwolorz

3:40AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Beautiful place and fantastic color,Wonderful photo.

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KarmaSong

3:47AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

A splendid capture of this well-known castle. Excellent pov and capture!

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wonderworld

4:02AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

From the close up rocks and over the water to the beautiful castle mansion- All is excellent!

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Alz2008

4:07AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Beautiful image and POV Alan, Excellent well done..

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Garlor

4:08AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Good balance of tones,its tricky to get the sky showing clouds. Congrats on the good news

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Fred255

4:10AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Alan, I have to say your best photo yet! Super in focus foreground and background detail. Very well done!

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fredster66

4:32AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Excellent photo. All the parts of this image make it extremely appealing.

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scorpionstudios

4:38AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Excellent work Alan.. 5+ . A Fantastic place to be.. i loved it.. Congratulations on your new addition too !!! Grandad twice Me too .. Very best wishes Keith

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auntietk

5:10AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

That's wonderful! I love the pov. Nice!

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JeffG7BRJ

5:19AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Excellent pov for this shot Alan, I didn't take many pictures on my tour of Scotland, it was before I had a decent camera. Congratulations to Antony and especially Jade on the Birth of their first son and to you as a Grandad of course. Looking at this it seems like you had a good break up in Bonnie Scotland, you will have to put your pics on your pen drive for the club on Friday. We haven't been for two weeks either. Superb capture, love the foreground seaweed and the three arch bridge. Bravo!!!!! Hope you and Sylvia had a great time.

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GBCalls

5:44AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Excellent!

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emmecielle

6:06AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Fantastic view! :)

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virginiese Online Now!

6:26AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Very nice castle and interesting infos. Congrats to you and your son :-)

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billcody

7:02AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Well known but every time a new POV! So did you, Alan! Thanks for your information and for sharing this fine place with us here! Hope you have a fine vacation, grandad! LOL

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huismus

7:28AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Beautiful capture Alan! And thanks for the info.

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rainbows

7:33AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

A beautiful capture, dear Alan. Wonderful work. So nice to have you back. Congratulations on becoming a grandpa again. Hugs. Di. xx

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erlandpil

7:50AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Excellent photography and scene, well done... Agree erland

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junge1

8:44AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Wonderful view and informative narrative alan. Enjoy your vacation!

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MrsRatbag

9:35AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Great shot of this lovely castle; and congrats on your new grandchild!

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busi2ness

9:44AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

I love the composition to give it great depth. Very interesting facts! I am glad to see you are back safe and sound.

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RocksLady

10:07AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

Excellent captured

MrsLubner

10:10AM | Mon, 28 July 2008

With my mind's eye I can place a line of mounted men, carrying shields and banners of peace as they trot across the stone bridge. A stunning shot, indeed.

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