United Kingdom Scotland Fort William

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One of the largest towns in Scotland's Highlands, this busy town boasts museums, warm locals, and access to stunning nature.

Fort William is the second largest settlement in the Highlands of Scotland with around 10,000 inhabitants — and the largest town: only the city of Inverness is larger. Fort William is a major tourist center, with Glen Coe just to the south, Aonach Mor to the east and Glenfinnan to the west, on the Road to the Isles. It is a center for hillwalking and climbing due to its proximity to Ben Nevis and many other Munro mountains. It is also known for its nearby downhill mountain bike track. It is the start/end of both the West Highland Way (Milngavie-Fort William) and the Great Glen Way (a walk/cycle way Fort William-Inverness). Around 726 people (7.33% of the population) can speak Gaelic.

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Fort William, United Kingdom

FORT WILLIAM SCOTLAND SEP 2013 by calflier001

One of the largest towns in Scotland's Highlands, this busy town boasts museums, warm locals, and access to stunning nature.
Historic Center, Fort William

Fort William 33 by mariejirousek

Wander through this bustling town, enjoying the beautiful views and unique culture of the Highlands.
West Highland Museum, Fort William

West Highland Museum, Fort William, Scotland by ozimanndias8

A museum tracing the history of the West Highland Scots, including exhibits of archaeology, natural history, ethnography, and more.
Neptune's Staircase, Fort William

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A hydraulic staircase-lock dating to the 19C, spanning 55m of the Caledonian Canal in a series of eight locks.

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