Eilean Donan castle, Scotland
Eilean Donan Castle a small island in Loch Duich in the western Highlands of Scotland. It is one of the most popular photographic subjects in the Scottish Highlands due to it's spectacular location on a small island in the loch and the picturesque architecture of the castle. The original castle was built in the 13th century. It became a stronghold of the clan Mackenzie of Kintail. In the year 1511, the Macrae clan became protectors of the Mackenzies and hereditary Constables of Eilean Donan castle. The castle was occupied by Spanish troops during April and May 1719. The Spanish were supporting the Jacobite cause and trying to stir rebellion in the area. The Royal Navy sent three frigates to the castle which they captured and then demolished.
Between 1919 and 1932, Lt. Col John MarRae-Gilstrap, undertook a restoration of the castle building. He added the arched bridge that connects the castle to the mainland. Most of the current castle building was created by him using the foundation plan of the original castle. Eilean Donan castle has been used as a location for many Hollywood films including Highlander (1985) and The World Is Not Enough (1999) amongst others. The image is also used on many promotional materials.