Sightseeing around Fort Augustus
The Bridge of OichJames Dredge designed this splendid suspension bridge in 1854. It was built using a sophisticated patented design of double cantilevered chain construction with massive granite pylon arches at either end.more..... |
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The Caledonian Canal
Take time out here to enjoy the Caledonian
Canal Visitor Centre. A small but unique venue showcasing the history of the
Caledonian Canal from its beginnings to its present day refurbishment. |
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Fort WilliamFort William is a major tourist centre with Glen Coe just to the south, and Glenfinnan to the west, on the Road to the Isles. It is an important centre for hill walking and climbing due to its proximity to Ben Nevis and other mountains. It is also well known for its nearby famous Downhill Mountain Bike Track and its connection to the Great Glen Way; a cycle way from Inverness to Fort William through the Great Glen.more..... |
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InvernessCapital of the Highlands, Inverness is an excellent touring base with good road, rail and air connections.If you stay in the city you can do lots of Day Trips, Coach Tours & Boat Cruises. With its suspension bridges across the River Ness and old stone buildings, it is a pretty place which is well-known for its floral displays (frequently a winner of awards in the Bloom of Britain competitions). In December 2000, it was one of only 3 towns to be awarded city status by the Queen. more..... |
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InvermoristonInvermoriston is the small hamlet built around the junction between the A887 from the direction of Kyle of Lochalsh and the main A82 along the western shore of Loch Ness.more..... |
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Loch Ness Exhibition CentreThe Loch Ness Exhibition Centre has been awarded 5 Stars by the National VisitScotland Tourism Board, the highest possible grade available. The exhibition features 17 language translations and 11 language narrations. Originally the Official Loch Ness Exhibition Centre, the facility opened over 30 years ago. Now a hi-tech multi-media presentation leads you through 7 themed areas and 500 million years of history, natural mystery and legend revealing the unique environment of Loch Ness and the famous Nessie legend ....more..... |
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Seven HeadsThis is a tall needle-like monument topped by a sculpture of a hand holding a dagger and seven severed heads - a reminder of one of the most gruesome episodes in Scottish clan history.more..... |
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Spean BridgeSpean Bridge is a growing community 9 miles north of Fort William on the A82. The village is well known as the place where WWII troops arrived by train to begin basic commando training in the area. A commemorative monument 2 miles further up the road stands in a commanding position overlooking the Nevis Range of mountains including the Mamores and Grey Corries.more..... |
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The Commando MemorialThe world famous Commando Memorial stands proudly high above Spean Bridge. The three gigantic bronze figures stand proud in battledress, woollen caps and climbing boots looking across the Great Glen. The 17 foot high Memorial was designed by Scott Sutherland from Dundee College of Art in 1949, and unveiled by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother in 1952. Hundreds of veteran Commandos make the annual pilgrimage to attend the Service of Remembrance and Wreath Laying held at the Memorial in November.more..... |
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