Publisher's Synopsis
Discover Scotland's ancient monuments and castles.Explore Scotland's ancient monuments with this pictorial map featuring over 700 castles and fortified houses. Includes an easy-to-use index listing visitor information and an attractive selection of photographs.The map includes:• Over 700 castles and fortications• Index comprises map references, the age and type of each castle, public access details, Historic Scotland and National Trust for Scotland ownership, notable grounds and gardens, telephone numbers and websites• Highlights Scotland's finest castles, castellated mansions and also the best castles for children• Attractive photographs of a selection of castles, together with a brief account of their history• A brief history of Scottish castles and information on architectural types and periods of construction• Internet links and suggested reading for further informationScotland is a country as rich in castles and fortified houses as any other in Europe - this map is a guide to themOther titles in the series include:Tartans Map of ScotlandScotland of Old Map Clans MapWhisky Map of Scotland.
