Uig Tower, Victorian tower in Snizort, Scotland
The Uig Tower features a round structure with two floors and narrow vertical slits instead of windows, constructed in Norman architectural style.
Major William Fraser built this tower around 1860 near the location where local tenants paid their rent during the period of Highland Clearances.
The tower stands as a reminder of the social changes in Highland society, particularly the displacement of local communities during the nineteenth century.
Located along the A87 road, two kilometers south of Uig on the southeastern side of the bay, the tower remains visible from multiple viewpoints.
The tower exterior contains decorative cross-shaped gaps, while its unusual window slits resemble defensive features despite having no military purpose.
Location: Highland
Location: Snizort
GPS coordinates: 57.58480,-6.35918
Latest update: March 11, 2025 22:06
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