Scotland Guide
Argyll
Cut off for centuries from the rest of Scotland by the mountains and sea lochs that characterize the region, Argyll remains remote, its scatter of offshore islands forming part of the Inner Hebridean archipelago. Geographically as well as culturally, this is a transitional area between Highland and Lowland, boasting a rich variety of scenery, from lush, subtropical gardens warmed by the Gulf Stream to flat and treeless islands on the edge of the Atlantic. The one area of man-made sights you shouldn't miss is the cluster of Celtic and prehistoric sites near Kilmartin.
Highlights
1 Mount Stuart, Bute Overblown aristocratic mansion, set in beautiful grounds.
2 Tobermory, Mull Picturesque fishing village, with colourful houses along a sheltered harbour.
3 Kiloran Bay, Isle of Colonsay A glorious, golden sandy beach; there are plenty more on Islay, Coll and Tiree.
4 Isle of Gigha The perfect island escape: sandy beaches, friendly folk, decent hotel and lovely gardens.
5 Goat Fell, Arran Spectacular views over north Arran's craggy mountain range and the Firth of Clyde.
6 Port Charlotte, Islay Idyllic village of pretty whitewashed houses, looking out over a sandy beach.