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Based around a large green
where a Highland Gathering takes place each
year, Aboyne stands on the south side of the
River Dee and is the ideal location from which
to explore its picturesque surroundings. Its
13th century castle acted as a Gordon
stronghold.
The valley of Glen Tanar
eventually leads to Glen Mark and the eastern
Cairngorms, and at nearby Lumphanan lies
Macbeth’s Cairn, reputed to be where Macbeth
made his stand before being killed by Malcolm
in the 11th century. |
Winter on the Loch of Aboyne - Photo:
Keith Grinsted
CCL |
