Inveraray, a small town on the western shore of Loch Fyne in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, offers visitors a glimpse into 18th-century planning and Highland heritage. Built largely in the mid-1700s under the direction of the 3rd Duke of Argyll, the town features Georgian architecture, wide streets, and an unusual level of symmetry for a rural Scottish settlement. The main street, lined with whitewashed buildings, leads down to the loch’s edge, where fishing boats and leisure vessels come and go with the tide.

The town's centerpiece is Inveraray Castle, still home to the Duke of Argyll, chief of Clan Campbell. The castle’s gothic turrets, sweeping gardens, and lavish interiors make it one of Scotland’s most photographed historic residences. Inside, guests find a remarkable collection of weapons, artwork, and family heirlooms dating back centuries. One of the castle’s most visited rooms, the Armoury Hall, holds over 1,300 pieces of arms, including 18th-century muskets and ceremonial swords displayed on towering walls.