Caisteal Maol
Caisteal Maol (Gaelic: Caisteal, 'Castle', Maol, 'bare') is a ruined castle located near the harbour of the village of Kyleakin, Isle of Skye, Scotland. It is also known as Castle Moil, Castle Maol, Dun Akyn, Dunakin Castle Dun Haakon and Castle Dunakin.
| Caisteal Maol | |
|---|---|
| Native name Scottish Gaelic: Caisteal | |
| Castle Moil, Castle Maol, Dun Akyn, Dunakin Castle, Dun Haakon, Castle Dunakin | |
Caisteal Maol ruin | |
| Type | Castle |
| Location | Kyleakin, Isle of Skye, Scotland |
| Coordinates | 57°16′19″N 5°43′15″W |
| Founded | 15th century (present structure) |
| Original use | Fortress |
| Current use | Ruins |
| Architectural style(s) | Rectangular keep |
| Governing body | Skye & Lochalsh District Council's Museums Service |
Listed Building – Category A | |
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