Clan Donald is one of the largest in Scotland and until 1493, the MacDonalds, sons of Donald, were Lords of the Isles. Systematically they were stripped of their titles by the king, and later had some of their land confiscated. Many sold their estates to cover debts. The MacDonalds of Sleat sold their land in 1971 to the worldwide Clan Donalds Land Trust. Armadale castle is a romantic ruin, situated on 20000 acres of working estate, overlooking the Sound of Sleat. The garden has been restored to its glory days of the 18th century and the Museum of the Isles showcases 1500 years of MacDonald history.

Armadale Castle & Gardens, Sleat, Isle of Skye, Scotland IV45 8RS, Phone: 014-71-84-43-05

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