- We stopped in at Eilean Donan Castle on our way to Skye and so were so glad we did. It is truly stunning both inside and out.
- The name Eilean Donan, or island of Donan, is most probably after the 6th century Irish Saint, Bishop Donan who came to Scotland around 580 AD.
- Eilean Donan is a small island in the United Kingdom located in Scotland, administered by the Council Area of Highland.
- But, what most people don’t know is that you can visit Eilean Donan for FREE once the castle has closed for the day.
- Having been featured in photos, ads, and films, the island fortesss known as Eilean Donan has spent centuries solidifying its position as the most iconic image...
- Eilean Donan was involved in many raids and sieges, reduced to rubble and authentically reconstructed to its medieval state in the mid 1900s.
- In 2001, the island had a population of just one person, but it is the spiritual home of many more since Eilean Donan is the home of the Clan Macrae.
- The iconic Eilean Donan Castle Scotland is located on an islet at the meet of 3 lochs. ... PLANNING TIPS & Map – Eilean Donan Castle Scotland.
- The most iconic castle in Scotland.Eilean Donan Castle is widely regarded as the most photographed castle in Scotland, and is now one of the most pop...
- Bishop Donan has lent his name to the castle for Eilean Donan in the Gaelic tongue simply means “Island of Donan”.