Ormacleit Castle, Ruined mansion house in South Uist, Scotland
The two-story T-shaped structure stands on stone foundations, with remaining walls showcasing the early 18th-century architectural design of Scottish mansions.
Allan Macdonald, chief of Clanranald, constructed Ormacleit Castle in 1707, but the structure burned down in 1715 on the same day of his death.
The mansion incorporates elements from a late 16th-century building initiated by Allan Macdonald, the 9th chief of Clanranald, reflecting Scottish clan heritage.
Due to structural instability and safety concerns, visitors cannot access the interior of the castle and should observe it from a secure distance.
Local stories mention that the castle was roofed with marble, though green gneiss slabs found at the site might explain this traditional belief.
Location: Outer Hebrides
Location: South Uist
GPS coordinates: 57.26030,-7.40911
Latest update: March 4, 2025 16:41
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