Dunvegan Castle
Skye's Clan MacLeod seat, the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland
- Scotland
- Highland
- 13th century
- Scots Baronial
- castle
Dunvegan Castle on the Isle of Skye has been the stronghold of the chiefs of Clan MacLeod for some 800 years — the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland. It guards treasures including the legendary Fairy Flag.
Construction: 13th century onward; remodelled 19th century
Frequently asked questions
- When was Dunvegan Castle built?
- Dunvegan Castle was built mainly in the 13th century. Full construction span: 13th century onward; remodelled 19th century.
- Where is Dunvegan Castle?
- Dunvegan Castle is in Dunvegan, Scotland (around 57.49°, -6.59°).
- What kind of castle is Dunvegan Castle?
- Dunvegan Castle is a castle in the Scots Baronial style. Skye's Clan MacLeod seat, the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland.