A new study has revealed which Scottish destinations feature most prominently on popular social media photo sharing app Instagram.
Experts from travel company Private Tours Scotland studied which Scottish attractions had been tagged by travellers most often on the platform - with the top hashtag used over 720,000 times.
Struan Baird, co-founder of Private Tours Scotland, said: “Discovering the most Instagrammable destinations in Scotland offers a unique insight into the country’s most popular and picture-perfect spots for tourists.
“From spectacular lochs and mountains to fascinating castles rich with history, this data showcases the appreciation of Scotland’s beauty from tourists and locals, hopefully providing inspiration for your next trip.”
Here are Scotland’s 10 most Instagrammable places.
9. Eilean Donan Castle
In ninth place is Eilean Donan Castle, with a total of 108,495 hastagged Instagram posts. One of the most recognisable castles in Scotland, this iconic monument overlooks the Isle of Skye, where three sea-lochs meet, and is surrounded by the forested mountains of Kintail. An adult ticket costs £12 to visit this truly beautiful destination. | Canva/Getty Images
10. Stirling Castle
Completing the ten most Instagrammable destinations in Scotland is Stirling Castle, with 92,983 posts using its hashtag. Once a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens, Stirling Castle offers fascinating exhibitions and beautiful gardens to explore at your leisure. Access to the castle is priced at £16.50 for an adult ticket. | Canva/Getty Images