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The winding streets of Oban, busy with shoppers and holidaymakers, lead down to the harbour where ferries leave for the romantic Hebridean isles.
The mountains of North Lorn and Benderloch rise above the clear waters of romantic sealochs as they flex inland like outstretched fingers to the heart of the West Highlands.
Oban, the unofficial capital of the West Highlands, is a busy working port, as fishing and pleasure craft rub shoulders in the harbour. Often described as the ‘Gateway to the Isles’, Oban is the main port for ferries departing to the Inner Hebrides.
This thriving community boasts one of the most picturesque settings to be found, with houses clinging to steep hillsides surrounding the calm bay. Dominating the skyline is McCaig’s Tower, a colliseum-style monument which celebrated its centenary in 1997.
Built by a wealthy banker to help alleviate unemployment in the area, the climb to the Tower is rewarded with outstanding views across Oban Bay to the Isles of Kerrera, Mull and Lismore.
Oban town looking towards McCaigs Tower Castle Stalker near Appin Capital Interest
Renowned as a popular holiday resort, Oban has a full range of attractions. Oban Distillery tempts visitors with regular tastings of its fine malt whisky as well as the excellent exhibition and tours.
At Caithness Glass visitors can learn about the skills of glass blowing, or watch traditional kilt making at Geoffrey (Tailor) Ltd. Restaurants, cafes and bars abound, many with live bands and ceilidhs and, for the energetic, swimming and other sports can be enjoyed at Atlantis Leisure.
There is also a sandy beach, north of the town, at Ganavan. Evenings offer entertainment and shows, including the traditional Scottish show at McTavish’s Kitchens and a varied programme of films at the Highland Theatre.
Steeped in History
The road north of Oban, by way of the Connel Bridge, crosses the Falls of Lora, where the strong tidal currents flowing to and from Loch Etive froth the waters into a white frenzy.
This northern corner of Lorn is steeped in history, ancient and more recent, as the abundance of castles and abbeys testify. Magical Castle Stalker, on an islet on Loch Linnhe, Dunstaffnage Castle near Oban, Barcaldine on the shores of Loch Creran and the Gardens at Kinlochlaich and Ardchattan Priory all have their own atmosphere.
Across the Lynn of Lorn on the island of Lismore, a fertile Hebridean haven, a strong and turbulent history is manifested in the ruined castles of Achadun and Coeffin. Oban itself is overlooked by 7th Century Dunollie Castle and opposite, on the little isle of Kerrera, is brooding Gylen Castle.
Natural Insights
For those with an interest in wildlife, two excellent centres will prove a rewarding day out. At the award-winning Rare Breeds Farm Park east of Oban, visitors can help feed the many varieties of deer, goats, sheep and others in a natural setting, while the Scottish Sealife and Marine Sanctuary across Loch Etive in Barcaldine has a superb range of marine exhibits, from sharks native to Scottish waters to loveable seals cavorting in their pool.
Oban Zoological World offers the change to see small mammals and reptiles up close. Oban is a picturesque town which thrives on its tourist and fishing industries. It is well known for its varied attractions including McCaigs Tower and its panaoramic views. The registration office in Oban is situated in Lorn House