Regional Spotlight
Argyll can often be overlooked in favour of the Highlands and Islands, but has so much to offer the visitor. A range of islands off it's west coast are mainly accessed through the busy port of Oban, the 'Gateway to the Isles'. From here, the seascape is a myriad of islands, beaches and coastal territories occupied by some of Scotland's most iconic wildlife including eagles, basking sharks, minke whales, dolphins, porpoises, red deer, wild cat and red squirrels. Scotland was first proclaimed a nation by King Kenneth McAlpin in mediaeval times and there are many pre-historic stones and burial sites in Kilmartin Glen. The famous Crinan Canal offers waterborne craft a speedy passage from Lochgilphead to the Atlantic Ocean via a Thomas Telford designed short cut through a series of canal locks. Argyll can offer visitors a quieter experience as it's still slightly off the beaten track, but don't be fooled, there's plenty to see and do here.
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