Thurso Castle

Thurso Castle, perched on the rugged coastline near Thurso in the northern Highlands of Scotland, has a storied past that reflects the region's tumultuous history. The original structure dates back to the 12th century, believed to have been built by the Norsemen who once ruled over Caithness. Over the centuries, the castle has undergone numerous reconstructions, with significant renovations in the 19th century by Sir Tollemache Sinclair, who transformed it into a grand Gothic Revival mansion....

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