Eilean Donan Castle Scotland

1220
Construction of Eilean Donan Castle, then known as Eleandonnan, as a defense against the Vikings in the Scottish Highlands. The castle was built by King Alexander II, Alexander III or Farquar II, Earl of Ross, and later belonged to the Mackenzie clan. For
1719
Eilean Donan Castle destroyed during Jacobite rebellion
1912
Eilean Donan Castle rebuilt
1955
Eilean Donan Castle opens to the public.
25 Mar 1971
Eilean Donan Castle designated a Category A listed building