Castles · Scottish Highlands
Craigievar Castle
Craigievar Castle — a castle in scotland highlands.
Martyn Gorman — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
About
Craigievar Castle is a named castle in scotland highlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Craigievar Castle is located in the Scottish Highlands. This tower house is notable for its distinctive pink-hued exterior and fairy-tale appearance. It is a Category A listed building, reflecting its architectural significance and well-preserved condition. Visitors can explore its historic interiors and picturesque grounds.
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- Coordinates
- 57.1667, -2.7167
Sources
- manual: geonames-2652134 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Craigievar Castle?
- Craigievar Castle is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Craigievar Castle?
- Craigievar Castle — a castle in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Craigievar Castle?
- Its coordinates are 57.1667°, -2.7167°.
- Does Craigievar Castle charge admission?
- Craigievar Castle typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.