Craigievar Castle

17th century1626UK (Scotland)

CountryUK (Scotland)

RegionAberdeenshire

Period17th century

Year Built1626

About Craigievar Castle

A pink harled castle that inspired Walt Disney. One of the best-preserved examples of Scottish Baronial architecture. Has no artificial lighting - visitors use torches. Seven stories tall with a fairytale silhouette.

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