Cawdor Castle – a fairytale castle in Scottish Highlands
Cawdor Castle received its name from the former story that Shakespeare had created about Macbeth. It is known to be one of the best fairytales of all time and remembered well by those that are into such stories.
If you are someone that is looking to visit a castle that reminds you much of a fairytale then this would be the one to visit. As you tour this castle you will be able to learn plenty about the Scottish history that took place there. What you learn is something that you will be able to take with you for the rest of your life.
Cawdor Castle is nothing like the typical monument, because it is built in a way that would remind you more of a home. Until this very day it is still a place that is very livable. The Cawdor family, whom the castle was named after, is still living there in the castle today.
The Cawdor Castle dates all the way back to the 14th century, and it was built by Thanes of Cawdor. It was built around a holly tree which is known to be a legend behind. The castle home has evolved a lot since when it was first built and the newest additions date back to the 17th century. There are some true Scottish Features presented within the design of the castle that can be noticed in the walls, roof, as well as the gables which are made from stone. The strong materials have kept the castle standing very well and it still looks great after so many centuries.
Castle is located just few miles away of the city of Inverness, in the northern part of Scotland. In its vicinity there is Cairngorms National Park which is the largest national park in the UK.
The castle is open from May to October and the basic admission is £9.75 for adults or just £5.50 to the grounds and gardens with Nature Trails.
