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Castle Moil

Castle Moil
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The remains of the Castle can be visited

In Kyleakin, on the Scottish Isle of Skye, stands the ruin of Castle Moil. This fortress, also known as Dunakin, offers a glimpse into the region's history and the strategic importance of its location.

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The construction of Castle Moil is attributed to the Norman princess Saucy Mary, who lived in the 12th century and was married to a Laird of the MacKinnon clan. According to legend, she had a chain stretched between Maol and Loch Alsh to plunder passing ships. The castle's main wall, which measured 3.35 meters in thickness, was severely damaged by a storm on February 1, 1948. In 1951, a quantity of coins was discovered within one of the ruin's walls.

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Source: Wikipedia · Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0

This description draws on the facts documented in the linked Wikipedia article; Wikipedia content is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Wording and editing: Mobile History.

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