Oban

Oban sits on Oban Bay on Scotland’s west coast, where sheltered water opens towards Kerrera and the Firth of Lorn. The harbour is an important departure point for ferries to the Inner and Outer Hebrides, giving this compact Argyll town a steady maritime rhythm. Above the centre, McCaig’s Tower is an unfinished granite monument begun in 1897 by local banker John Stuart McCaig; its Colosseum-inspired arches have become a defining part of Oban’s profile. Oban Distillery, established in 1794, remains in the town centre and connects the port to Scotland’s long whisky-making tradition. Seafood restaurants and working boats underline the town’s close relationship with the Atlantic. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Oban and Scotland’s west coast.

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