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There are many historic attractions to take in while staying in Scotland - and one area that has plenty to see is Dumfries and Galloway. Located in south-west Scotland, the region is packed with sights that offer a fascinating insight into its colourful past. One of the main visitor attractions to head to is Threave Castle, which was once home to one of the country's most powerful ruling families, the Black Douglases. The castle occupies a striking position on an island in the centre of the River Dee and dates back to the 14th century. One of its biggest draws is the ruins of a once-impressive five-storey tower house. Another must-see sight in Dumfries and Galloway is the beautiful remains of Sweetheart Abbey. Built from local red sandstone, the eye-catching structure was erected by Lady Devorgilla of Galloway in the 13th century to honour John Balliol, her late husband. Some of the main things to look out for include a wall that is one of the most complete to be attached to a priory in Scotland and a stone effigy of Lady Devorgilla herself, which can be found in the south transept. There are many museums to visit while in Dumfries and Galloway - just a few examples include the Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum, Stranraer Museum and the Stewartry Museum in Kirkcudbright. When visiting the area with children, young ones are sure to enjoy a trip to the Shambellie House Museum of Costume or the Creetown Gem Rock Museum. If you want to head to the coast, Portpatrick has more historic attractions to take in. Stay in the Knockinaam Lodge Scotland and you will be ideally situated for visits to sights such as Dunskey Castle, which is believed to date back to the 15th century and, while it was destroyed in 1500 by the McCullochs of Cardoness and Myrton, the castle was added to in the 16th and 17th centuries. Elsewhere in Portpatrick, St Andrew's Kirk offers more interesting insights into local history. While it was officially built in 1629, certain design elements suggest the structure actually dates back to the Middle Ages. Its unique circular tower may have once been a lighthouse, according to experts, and the graveyard features some intriguing monuments to sailors, captains and even shipwrecks. See one of Scotland's most historic regions by booking a break to Dumfries and Galloway. Make the most of your getaway by staying in the comfortable Knockinaam Lodge Scotland - we offer Knockinaam hotel at Luxury Scotland so why not see what we can do for you today?
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