The Lochailort Inn

Clava Cairns

by Krumel

The Clava Cairns near Cullodden are a megalithic site comprising two passage graves, a ring cairn and stone circles. It is a very quiet site in a small wood, and there were very few other visitors there with us. Some of the stones have little round marks on them, called cup marks. The cairns originally had covering stones which are now missing, so the chambers would have been closed.

As with most megalithic sites it can only be speculated what they were used for. Clava seems to have been a burial ground, but may also have served as a venue for rituals.

The Town House

by uglyscot

These splendid buildings , built 1878-82, are a focal point of the main street in Inverness leading down to the river.
It is a working building but tours are available: 2.30pm on Tuesday and Thursday from June to September. Adults £4.50, students and OAPs £3,00. Inside are paintings, artb works, stained glass, swords from various important battles .

See the tour online at www.ambaile.org.uk

Great place to stop for a few days

by kathymof

"Very nice city with lots of ammenities"

Inverness is the capital of the highlands for good reason. It is centrally localated and a good place to base yourself for day trips. There is a beautiful walk along the River Ness for nice sunny days. It is easy to get to Loch Ness and other areas as well. And like everywhere else in Scotland, it has its very own castle.

There are numerous B&Bs in beautiful old houses - this is so much nicer than staying in a hotel.