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> Dunvegan Castle, on the. Isle of Skye, is unique in that it has never been captured, destroyed, or even damaged by marauders.
> It is the long-standing seat of Clan McLeod (MacLeod).
> Dame Flora McLeod was Clan Chieftan and Chief Magistrate for many years.
> In the south tower you can see the fascinating Fairy Room.
> On the stairway, in a glass-fronted box, is "The Faerie Flag," given to the family by a "Faerie," who promised help on three occasions when it was waved.
> It has been used twice successfully--at Glendale in 1490, and at Trumpan in 1580. One wish remains to be fulfilled.