You should definitely take the short walk, as it offers a magnificent view. A beautiful view, a jungle feel, and a few old fishing boats to boot. The area is almost mystical, and you can climb the castle ruins for free. Definitely worth a visit!

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haertera

January 10, 2024

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It takes about 10 minutes on foot from the town along a small path. The former Dunakin Castle, now called Caisteal Maol (Bare Castle) after it was abandoned and fell into ruins.

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Kersche2002

September 8, 2019

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The ruin of a 15th century tower castle, but fortified earlier and owned by the MacKinnon clans since at least the 10th century, guarded the straits between Skye and the …

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Elevation 80 m

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Monday 16 March

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