Castles Map of Scotland (Collins Pictorial Maps)

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 information Scotland is a country as rich in castles and fortified houses as any other in Europe - this map is a guide to them Other titles in the series include: Tartans Map of Scotland Scotland of Old Map Clans Map Whisky Map of Scotland