Claig Castle
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Claig Castle was a stronghold of the Clan Donald or MacDonald in the south of Scotland.
History
The castle was once a massive fort described as a sea fortress, which allowed the Macdonald Lord of the Isles to dominate and control the sea traffic north and south through the Hebrides for more than four centuries.
The castle remained a stronghold of the MacDonalds until they were subdued in the 17th century by the Clan Campbell.
Location
The castle is located at {{gbmapping|NR471627}} on the island of Am Fraoch Eilean which is just off the island of Jura.
See also
- Castles in Scotland A list of Scottish castles.
- Clan Donald
External links
- [https://canmore.org.uk/site/38131/am-fraoch-eilean-claig-castle Am Fraoch Eilean, Claig Castle]
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Category:Castles in Argyll and Bute
Category:Category C listed buildings in Argyll and Bute
Category:Listed castles in Scotland
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