Castlecraig facts for kids
Castlecraig, also known as Craig Castle or Castle Craig, is an old stone building from the 1500s. It stands on the northern coast of the Black Isle in northern Scotland. You can find it on the southern side of the Cromarty Firth, about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) north-east of Culbokie. It's also about 19 kilometres (12 mi) north of the city of Inverness. Castlecraig is a very important historical site, so it is protected by law as a scheduled monument. This means it's a special place that must be preserved for the future.
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What is Castlecraig?
Castlecraig is what we call a "tower house." This was a common type of strong, tall building in Scotland, often used as a home and for defense. Many tower houses were built by important families or leaders.
What Does it Look Like Now?
Today, Castlecraig is mostly a ruin. This means parts of it have fallen down over time. However, the north-east part of the building is still standing. It even has a roof! Sadly, another part, the north-west wing, has collapsed. Even though it's a ruin, you can still see how grand it once was.
Who Lived at Castlecraig?
Historians believe that Castlecraig might have been a home for important church leaders. These leaders were called the Bishops of Ross. They may have lived there after a big change in the church in Scotland, known as the Scottish Reformation. This was a time when many things about religion and how churches were run changed in the country.
An Interesting Connection
Did you know that Castlecraig has a connection all the way in New Zealand? There's a special rock formation there called Castle Craig Rock. It was named after Castlecraig in Scotland because it looks similar!
Images for kids
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Inside Castlecraig, showing different levels
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A closer look at a corner tower
