Kilchurn Castle

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Image:Scotlandkilchurncastle.jpg Kilchurn Castle is a ruined 15th century structure on the northeastern end of Loch Awe, in Argyll and Bute, Scotland.

It was the ancestral home of the Breadalbane family, of the Clan Campbell. Today, its picturesque setting and romantic state of decay make it one of the most photographed structures in Scotland, sure to be found on any postcard rack.

The ruin is in the care of Historic Scotland (a government body), and is open to the public during the summer. Access, during summer only, is by boat from Lochawe pier on the A85 road. Access by land has controversially been blocked by the operators of the railway network in Scotland.

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