As a local, I've visited many of Scotland's castles. There's one tourists can probably skip — and 4 they shouldn't miss.

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The writer standing in front of Urquhart Castle in Scotland.
I think Urquhart Castle is one of Scotland's must-visit attractions.

Lorna Wallace

My French-born husband taught me the real way to experience France — slow, immersive, and away from big cities

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Dani Smith and her husband
The author has enjoyed seeing a different side of France when she travels with her French-born husband.

Courtesy of Dani Smith.

You could live like royalty in a 900-year-old castle, but it will cost you about $12 million. Take a look inside.

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Appleby Castle's keep, left, and a bed in one fo the castle's bedrooms.
A composite image shows Appleby Castle's keep, left, and an antique bed, right, in one of the castle's bedrooms.

UK Sotheby's International Realty

You no longer have to be royal to own a castle — here's proof

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You don't have to be a royal to own a castle nowadays.
You don't have to be a royal to own a castle nowadays.

Courtesy of Highlands Castle, Stef Burgon

9 of the world's most haunted castles and mansions — and a look at their dark histories

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Castle of Trecesson
The Château de Trécesson.

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A majestic Scottish castle steeped in royal history is on the market for $3.8 million – take a look.

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Brechin Castle in Angus, Scotland
Brechin Castle in Angus, Scotland.

Savills Real Estate

A 12th-century castle can be yours for the same price as some 2-bed Manhattan apartments. Take a look around.

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Blackwater Castle
Blackwater Castle is in Cork, Ireland.

Sherry FitzGerald

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