Glenfinnan Monument, situated on the shores of Loch Shiel, stands as a poignant tribute to those who fought and perished during the 1745 Jacobite Rising. Constructed in 1815 and completed in the 1830s, this 59-foot (18-meter) high column is topped by a figure of a kilt-wearing Highlander. Visitors can climb to the top for panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The monument’s location, with the loch as a backdrop, offers a serene and reflective setting, making it a significant historical and scenic site.
Travel Themes & Experiences
Julian Sterling
April 17, 2026
