Sights in Isle Of Mull
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Ben More
The highest peak on the island, Ben More (966m/3168ft) has spectacular views in clear weather across to the surrounding islands. A trail leads up the mountain from Loch na Keal, by the bridge on the B8035 over the Abhainn na h-Uamha river (14km/8mi southwest of Salen). There's not much of a path. The round trip is 10.5km (6.5mi); allow five to six hours.
The glen can be rather wet. Return the same way or continue down the narrow ridge to the eastern top, A'Chioch, then descend to the road via Gleann na Beinn Fhada.
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Duart Castle
Two miles beyond Torosay is Duart Castle, a formidable fortress dominating the Sound of Mull. The seat of the Clan Maclean, this is one of the oldest inhabited castles in Scotland – the central keep was built in 1360. It was bought and restored in 1911 by Sir Fitzroy Maclean and has damp dungeons, vast halls and bathrooms equipped with ancient fittings. A bus to the castle meets the 9.50am, 11.55am and 2pm ferries from Oban to Craignure.
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Glengorm Castle
Just outside Tobermory a long, single-track road leads north for 4 miles to majestic Glengorm Castle with views across the sea to Ardnamurchan, Rum and the Outer Hebrides. The castle outbuildings house an art gallery featuring the work of local artists, a farm shop selling local produce, and an excellent coffee shop. The castle itself is not open to the public, but you’re free to explore the beautiful castle grounds.
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Old Byre Heritage Centre
The Old Byre Heritage Centre brings Mull’s heritage and natural history to life through a series of tableaux and half-hour film shows. The prize for most bizarre exhibit goes to the 40cm-long model of a midge. The centre’s tearoom serves good, inexpensive snacks, including homemade soup and clootie dumpling, and there’s a kids’ outdoor play area.
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Burg
A highlight for trekkers is this 50-million-year-old fossil tree preserved in the basalt cliffs. A track leads from the car park at Tiroran to a house at Burg; the last 4km (2.5mi) to the tree is on a very rough coastal path. Nearby you can climb a metal ladder down to the beach at low tide. Allow six to seven hours for the strenuous 24km (14mi) round trip.
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Torosay Castle & Gardens
Torosay Castle & Gardens is a rambling Victorian mansion in the Scottish Baronial style, stuffed with antique furniture, family portraits and hunting trophies. You’re left to wander at will: a sign advises, ‘Take your time but not our spoons.’
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Ross of Mull Historical Centre
The little village of Bunessan is home to the Ross of Mull Historical Centre, a cottage museum that houses displays on local history, geology, archaeology, genealogy and wildlife.
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Columba Centre
The Columba Centre has displays about the life of St Columba, the Celts and the history of Iona.
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