Tour Scotland very short 4K Summer travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and and Sporran and walking by Loch an Sticir on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to North Uist, Britain, United Kingdom. Loch an Sticir, located near Newtonferry on North Uist in the Outer Hebrides, is the site of a unique ancient fortress known as Dùn an Sticir. Its history spans over 2,000 years, featuring a late Iron Age broch that was later converted into a medieval stronghold. The original broch was built on a small, strategic islet. It was a circular galleried drystone fort with thick walls and a single entrance. It likely served as a high status dwelling and a symbol of power. During the High Middle Ages and the Lordship of the Isles, the ancient broch was converted into a small tower house and rectangular hall. A fascinating feature of Dùn an Sticir is its accessibility. The fortress is connected to the shore by a system of man-made and natural causeways stretching across two intervening islands. These were cleverly designed so that they could be slippery, submerged, or even incorporate "rocking stones" at high tide to warn inhabitants of approaching visitors. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. Summer in Scotland officially runs from June through August
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