KIngussie is about halfway
between Newtonmore to the south west and Kincraig to the north.
This robust little town sits proudly on the banks of the River
Spey and has many shops, hotels and other accommodation
providers as well as Restaurants and pubs.
To the east
of the town is the impressive ruins of Ruthven Barracks which
were build to house and protect government troops after the
Jacobite rebellion in the early 18th Century (1715).
Historic Scotland are now
the caretakers of the ruin. There is no charge to visit this
place of historical interest. The roof is still missing after
the second uprising in 1746 when the Jacobites managed to sack
the barracks despite its seemingly formidable defences.
Photo of Ruthven
Barracks by Vclaw
KIngussie has an abundance
of walks, hill walks and other outdoor things to do, or if you
want something a little different then a few miles to the north
you will find the Highland Wildlife park with Polar Bears and
Tigers and much much more.
