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The Highlands have always felt a land apart. Stronghold of the clans, the area is steeped in the myths and legends of Gaelic culture. Large in geography, momentous in scale, the Highlands are home to majestic mountains, deep glens and rugged coastlines. Inverness is the capital of the Highlands, a beautiful city whose libraries and museums hold much reward for the genealogist.
Numerous museums and heritage centres can be found throughout the Highlands, each with a fascinating story to tell. It is difficult to select just one, but if your time is limited, the Highland Folk Museum at Kingussie and Newtonmore provides a fascinating insight into the lives and times of your ancestors.
