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he little village of Killin, with its close association with St. Fillan, sits serenely on the very western edge of Perthshire's border with Stirlingshire. In fact, it's exact location is often debated; officially it may be in Stirlingshire but many Killin residents consider themselves to be in Perthshire! Regardless of it's county, Killin maintains its air of charm and tranquility on the shores of Loch Tay. n air of majestic tranquility is the first impression most visitors have as they approach the stone bridge that takes you into Killin itself. The late Dr McCulloch, a well respected authority on Highland scenery, described Killin as .... "the most extraordinary collection of extraordinary scenery in Scotland, unlike anything else in the country and a perfect picture gallery in itself". It would be easy to assume this picturesque highland village has always been so peaceful but traces of its turbulent past can still be seen. To visit Killin is to tread the footsteps of the clans MacNab, MacGregor and Campbell. During your visit make sure you call in at the Folklore Centre where the past comes to life. In the meantime you may like to visit our detailed history of this fascinating area. ocated on the shores of Loch Tay makes Killin an unrivalled haven for sports. A quiet day sailing the calm waters of the loch, a round of golf, horse riding through the forests and glens, clay shooting, scuba diving or an afternoon salmon and trout fishing. Loch Tay Highland Lodges, situated on the tranquil western shores of this picturesque loch, provide the ideal base for all your holiday and leisure pursuits. en Lawers, the highest mountain in Perthshire (3984ft/1214m), towers above the shores of Loch Tay and is now protected by the National Trust for Scotland and has SSSI status (Sight of Special Scientific Interest). Professional and amateur botanists travel far and wide to see and study the alpine flora in these mountains. Take a look at our Natural History section which gives greater detail on the plant and wildlife of this very special area of Scotland, which is also a superb area for walks. Ensure you get the full benefit by treating yourself to one of Strathbraan Treks many guided walks, where a professional guide will provide all the experience and knowledge to help you discover some of Scotland's many hidden natural treasures.

Last Updated June 2001

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