The once-grand mansion is now a ruin but it has an interesting history.
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Part of a historic estate between Loch Rannoch and Loch Tummel, east of Pitlochry, the incredible castle is now abandoned but still cuts an imposing figure as it emerges from the surrounding forest like a ghost from the past. Video Loading Video Unavailable Click to play Tap to play The video will auto-play soon8Cancel Play now This two-storey Baronial manor was constructed on the site of two previous grand homes and was designed by Andrew Heiton, the architect behind many prestigious buildings in Perthshire and the surrounding areas.
Sir John, who commanded the land forces in Scotland, demolished Mount Alexander and replaced it with Dunalastair House in 1859. The MacDonald Clan Crest and the slogan Per Mare, Per Terras can still be seen above the main entrance. Top news stories today Ironically labelled as "neither a castle, nor comfortable family home", Dunalastair's deterioration began during World War I, as staffing for such an opulent residence dwindled. Dunalastair was next requisitioned during World War II to serve as a sanctuary school for the children of Polish refugees.
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