The title "Mother of all driving Routes" in the world probably goes to Route 66 in the United States. Almost everyone knows the name, the scenery and the accompanying song "Get your kicks on Route 66" which was sung by many, including the Stones. Folk from all over the world make the pilgrimage to the US to drive the 2,500 miles from Chicago to Santa Monica in California. The US 66, as the Highway is called, was of importance for those who migrated west and the road supported many communities and businesses it passed and it still does so today.A couple of years ago the North Highland … [Read more...] about North Coast 500 Driving Tour
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Delightful Dunrobin Castle
The History of Dunrobin CastleSince the 13th century, the stunning Dunrobin Castle has played host to the many Earls and Dukes of Sutherland, before being called home by a family in 1401. The Sutherland Earldom is typically regarded as one of the most powerful in Britain, and was established in 1235. It is thought the castle was built specifically for the Earldom in the same year, and was given the name Dun Robin which means Robin’s Hill or Fort in Gaelic.The initial castle was a fortified, square keep, with six-feet thick walls and vaulted ceiling, with a view from a cliff-top … [Read more...] about Delightful Dunrobin Castle
