McCaig's Tower, Oban, Scotland, UK
This is McCaig's Tower, that sits on top of Oban Hill. Beautiful day, by the way!
McCaig's Tower Oban Argyll and Bute Scotland
Tour Scotland wee travel video McCaig's Tower on Battery Hill in Oban on ancestry visit to Argyll and Bute. It is built of Bonawe granite taken from the quarries across Airds Bay, on Loch Etive. John Stuart McCaig was his own architect. The tower was erected between 1897 and his death, aged 78 from cardiac arrest, on 29 June 1902 at John Square House, Oban, Argyll. McCaig's intention was to provide a lasting monument to his family, and provide work for the local stonemasons during the winter months. McCaig was an admirer of Roman and Greek architecture, and had planned for an elaborate structure, based on the Colosseum in Rome. His plans allowed for a museum and art gallery with a central tower to be incorporated. Inside the central tower he planned to commission statues of himself, his siblings and their parents. His death brought an end to construction with only the outer walls completed.
Oban | Scotland | Explore UK
Oban is a town in Scotland. It’s a gateway to the Hebridean islands. The Colosseum-like McCaig’s Tower overlooks Oban Bay. Seafood eateries cluster by the harbour. Outside town is the ruined Dunollie Castle, once the seat of Clan MacDougall.
Oban Pipe Band playing in McCaig's Tower, Oban
McCaig Tower in Oban, Scotland
One of my favourite structures, the McCaig's Tower in Oban.
Rain or sunshine, it is quite magical.
WikiPedia: The structure was commissioned by the wealthy, philanthropic banker (North of Scotland Bank), John Stuart McCaig. John Stuart McCaig was his own architect. The tower was erected 1897. It was never completed as he died during its construction.
McCaig's intention was to provide a lasting monument to his family, and provide work for the local stonemasons during the winter months. McCaig was an admirer of Roman and Greek architecture, and had planned for an elaborate structure, based on the Colosseum in Rome. His plans allowed for a museum and art gallery with a central tower to be incorporated. Inside the central tower he planned to commission statues of himself, his siblings and their parents. His death brought an end to construction with only the outer walls completed.
Places to see in ( Oban - UK )
Places to see in ( Oban - UK )
Oban is a resort town within the Argyll and Bute council area of Scotland. Despite its small size, Oban is the largest town between Helensburgh and Fort William. During the tourist season, the town of Oban can play host to up to 25,000 people.
Oban occupies a setting in the Firth of Lorn. The bay is a near perfect horseshoe, protected by the island of Kerrera; and beyond Kerrera, the Isle of Mull. To the north, is the long low island of Lismore, and the mountains of Morvern and Ardgour.
The area around Oban is rich with attractions for tourists, from the dramatic scenery of the coast and mountains to the fascinating histories of the local castles and ancient religious sites. There are also many activities available for families and those interested in more active pursuits. The Oban and Lorn tourist information website has detailed information for visitors. The Oban Visitor Information Centre, operated by VisitScotland, is located in the Columba Buildings on the North Pier.
Oban lies at the western end of the A85 road. It also has a railway station from where a number of Abellio ScotRail trains run to and from Glasgow Queen Street daily. The town is also an important ferry port: it is Caledonian MacBrayne's busiest terminal. Oban is known as the Gateway to the Isles, with ferries sailing to the islands of Lismore, Colonsay, Islay, Coll, Tiree, to Craignure on Mull, to Castlebay on Barra and to Lochboisdale on South Uist. In 2005, a new ferry terminal was opened, and in 2007 a second linkspan opened, allowing two vessels to load/unload at the same time.
Alot to see in ( Oban - UK ) such as :
McCaig's Tower
Dunstaffnage Castle
Falls of Lora
St Columba's Cathedral
Dunollie Castle
Kerrera
Loch Creran
Kilmartin Glen
Inveraray Jail
Castle Stalker
Castle Sween
Oban Distillery
Gylen Castle
Oban War & Peace Museum
Dunstaffnage Chapel
Oban Times Museum
Oban Bay
Ganavan Bay
Oban War Memorial
Hutcheson's Monument
( Oban - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting the city of Oban . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Oban - UK
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Oban Pipe Band @ McCaig's Tower 2007.AVI
Oban's Pipe Major tuning up before evening performance @ McCaig's Tower in the Summer of 2007
The Ranald Hotel - Oban - United Kingdom
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The Ranald Hotel hotel city: Oban - Country: United Kingdom
Address: 41 Stevenson Street; zip code: PA34 5NA
Situated less than 10 minutes’ walk from Oban’s famous McCaig’s Tower, The Ranald Hotel is set in the heart of Oban town centre and just off the main esplanade.
-- Le The Ranald Hotel est un établissement situé à moins de 10 minutes de marche de la célèbre tour McCaig’s Tower, au cœur du centre-ville d'Oban et à proximité de l'esplanade principale.
-- El The Ranald Hotel está situado en pleno centro de Oban, junto a la explanada principal, a menos de 10 minutos a pie de la famosa torre McCaig.
-- Nur knapp 10 Gehminuten von dem berühmten Bauwerk McCaig's Tower entfernt begrüßt Sie das The Ranald Hotel im Herzen von Oban in unmittelbarer Nähe der Strandpromenade.
-- The Ranald Hotel ligt in het hart het centrum van Oban, op minder dan 10 minuten lopen van de beroemde McCaig's Tower van Oban en vlak bij de centrale boulevard.
-- Il Ranald Hotel sorge nel cuore della città di Oban, accanto alla spianata principale, e vi attende a meno di 10 minuti di cammino dalla celebre Torre di McCaig.
-- Situado a menos de 10 minutos a pé da famosa Torre de McCaig em Oban, o The Ranald Hotel está localizado no coração do centro da cidade de Oban e perto da esplanada principal.
-- The Ranald Hotel酒店坐落在奥本市中心，距离奥本（Oban）著名的麦凯格塔（ McCaig’s Tower）有不到10分钟的步行路程，距离主要的海滨大道也不远。 The Ranald酒店的每间客房设有免费无线网络连接、1间连接淋浴室和1台平面电视、iPhone基座和沏茶/咖啡设施。 酒店为客人提供的早餐包含现煮的Lavazza咖啡、热苏格兰煎饼、烤蛋、熏鲑鱼和奶油奶酪百吉饼。 酒店距离奥本战争与和平博物馆（Oban War & Peace...
-- Отель Ranald находится менее чем в 10 минутах ходьбы от известной башни Маккейга, в самом центре города Обана, недалеко от главной эспланады.
-- The Ranald Hotel ligger mindre än 10 minuters promenad från Obans berömda McCaig's Tower, i hjärtat av Obans centrum och precis utanför strandpromenaden.
-- يبعد فندق The Ranald مسافة أقل من 10 دَقائق سَيراً عَلى الأقدام من برج ماكيج الشّهير في مدينة أوبان، ويقع في قلب مركز مدينة أوبان ومقابل الساحة الرئيسية مُباشرةً.
-- The Ranald Hotel ligger i Oban sentrum like ved strandpromenaden. Hotellet ligger under 10 minutters gange fra Obans historiske McCaig’s Tower.
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panorama inside Mccaigs tower Oban
Oban Pipe Band & Highland Dancers @ McCaig's Tower 2007.AVI
Oban's Pipe Major plays for the dancers @ an evening performance @ McCaig's Tower in the Summer of 2007
Ardtorna, Oban, United Kingdom, HD Review
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With panoramic views of Loch Creran, Ardtorna is situated between the town of Oban and the district of Appin. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are also provided.
A super king-size bed is featured in each Ardtorna room, as well as a Loch view, bathrobes and luxury toiletries. A Freeview TV and hospitality tray are also provided.
You can enjoy complimentary malt whisky and homemade whisky cream liqueur during your stay. Freshly baked scones are served between 16.00 and 18.00 on the day of your arrival.
Locally-sourced fish and meat are served at breakfast, which features a full Scottish breakfast, smoked salmon bagels, and pancake platters.
Oban can be reached in a 10-minute drive and features its own whisky distillery and historic landmarks such as McCaig’s Tower. The nearest shops, bars and restaurants are also located in Oban, and buses to the town operate from just outside the property.
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Our drive from Glasgow to Oban and exploring McCaig's Tower
Driving to Oban and walking up to McCaig's Tower while waiting for the ferry to The Isle of Mull. Music from bensound.com
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Oban High School pipe band at McCaig's tower gardens, May 2018
Last few minutes of the Oban High school pipe band Lions charity concert held in the superb setting within McCaig's folly tower gardens in May this year (2018)
Cologin Country Chalets and Lodges Oban from obanonvideo.co.uk
To make an enquiry see Family run self catering chalets, lodges and cottages are tucked away in Lerags Glen just 2.5 miles south of the bustling seaside town of Oban - 'Gateway to the Isles'. Nestled between the hills with glorious, untamed countryside all around, the chalets are a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
•Well established & family run.
•Playpark & Friendly Ducks & Chickens
•Senior Citizen Discounts
•Level Access
•Country Pub on site
•Fishing Loch
•Superb Walks & Forest Trails
•Pet Friendly
•Perfect for Groups or Couples
•Large Farmhouse ideal for families
Invercloy Guest House, Oban, United Kingdom HD review
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Invercloy Guest House sells fast on our site. A 5 minute walk from Oban town center, this room-only guesthouse offers free Wi-Fi, a leafy garden and free parking. The house has uninterrupted views of Oban Bay.
The individual rooms at Invercloy Guest House each have a TV, DVD player and tea and coffee facilities. Some rooms have private bathrooms and scenic views, and all feature goose-feather comforters, plump pillows and crisp white cotton bed linens.
The patio at Invercloy has wooden furniture where guests are welcome to enjoy a glass of wine. It is a completely non-smoking establishment except for the patio.
Invercloy Guest House doesn’t offer food, but there are a number of restaurants just a short walk away.
Under McCaig’s Tower, guests can enjoy wonderful views of Oban Harbour. Glencruitten Golf Club is a 5 minute drive and Oban Train Station is just half a mile away.
Holiday in Britain 1971 Part 6 Highlands, McCaigs Tower
Conclusion of the series. Includes scenes of the Scottish Highlands, a west coast Loch, and what started out as a replica of the Roman Coliseum but was never completed - McCaigs Folly. A final sunset over Oban.
Barndromin Farm Bed and Breakfast, Oban, United Kingdom HD review
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Around 7 miles south of Oban, Barndromin Farm Bed and Breakfast offers traditionally styled accommodation and full English breakfasts. Set on a hillside overlooking Loch Feochan, this family-run working farm also provides free parking and free WiFi.
Each room has a wardrobe, radio alarm clock and tea and coffee facilities. There is an en suite or private shower room with a hairdryer and toiletries supplied.
A cooked breakfast includes bacon, black pudding, sausages and tomato, as well as free-range eggs from the farm's own hens. You can also enjoy home-cooked porridge, as well as fruit, cereals, toast and croissants.
Barndromin Farm Bed and Breakfast is just over 10 minutes’ drive from Oban, where you can take a ferry trip to the Isle of Mull. Other attractions include the Scottish Sea Life Sanctuary, the Phoenix Cinema and McCaig’s Tower, which offers fine views over the town.
Ferry boats also depart from Oban to the Isles of Tiree, Coll, Lismore, Colonsay, Barra, Kerrera and Iona. You can enjoy boat trips to see puffins, dolphins and sea eagles. Barndromin Farm Bed and Breakfast is 2 and a half hours drive from Glasgow Airport, and 3 hours from Edinburgh Airport.
OBAN - My Hometown by Kenny Scott
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