Duntulm Castle

In ancient times, the site of the castle was believed to host a broch or dun named Dun David or Dun Dhaibhidh, but no archaeological evidence has surfaced to confirm its existence.

The construction of the castle, found on the Isle of Skye, unfolded during the 14th and 15th centuries, a period marked by territorial conflicts between the rival MacLeod and Macdonald clans. Defensive enhancements were made in the 16th century, and by the early 17th century, the MacDonalds had asserted their dominance in the region. In 1618, a charter was signed by the Privy Council and Sir Donald MacDonald of Sleat, also known as "Donald Gorm Og," the 9th chief, obliging him to restore Duntulm, an order that was duly carried out, resulting in the addition of a second tower. Around 1650, the castle reached its zenith in significance, undergoing further improvements and the construction of a rectangular dwelling within its walls. By approximately 1732, the castle was forsaken, as Sir Alexander MacDonald erected a new residence, Monkstadt House, 5 miles (8.0 km) to the south, employing much of the castle's stone as building material.