Lost royal castle discovered in 30-year archaeological quest

• A previously unknown royal castle, dating from the 12th and 13th centuries, has been discovered on the Hebridean isle of Islay.
• The castle, located at Finlaggan, is believed to have been home to kings who ruled parts of Scotland and where MacDonald Lords of the Isles inaugurated new leaders.
• Archaeologists have spent nearly 30 years analysing research that was undertaken at the historical site on Islay from 1989 to 1998.
• The castle occupied two islands in Loch Finlaggan, featuring a large stone tower for living quarters and security on one, and a courtyard with kitchens, a chapel, and a great hall on the other.
• The findings are detailed in the book Archaeology of Finlaggan, Islay, authored by Dr David Caldwell and published by the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland.

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Archaeologists uncover forgotten Scottish castle thought to have been home to kings