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Dunnottar Castle

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Dunnottar Castle is a ruined cliff-top fortress near Stonehaven, Scotland, notable for sheltering the Honours of Scotland in the 17th century.

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What are the Honours of Scotland connection to Dunnottar Castle?

Dunnottar Castle is famous for sheltering the Honours of Scotland in the 17th century. That episode links the ruined cliff-top fortress to Scotland's crown jewels.

Where is Dunnottar Castle?

Dunnottar Castle is near Stonehaven in Scotland. It stands on a dramatic cliff-top site above the North Sea.

Is Dunnottar Castle ruined?

Yes. Dunnottar Castle is a ruined fortress, but its cliff-top setting and surviving structures still show why it was so defensible.

Why did people hide valuables at Dunnottar Castle?

Its isolated cliff-top position made Dunnottar a strong defensive refuge. In the 17th century, it sheltered the Honours of Scotland during a period of conflict.

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