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Stonehaven is located in Aberdeenshire in Scotland. There are numerous sights in the local area which visitors will enjoy, including Dunnottar Castle. The castle sits perched high on the cliffs that overlook the North Sea, offering gorgeous views. The castle is located approximately one mile outside of town, along a narrow path that offers great views as well. Stonehaven Harbor is also well worth a visit, offering easy access to a number of restaurants and pubs. Those who enjoy golfing will want to stop by Stonehaven Golf Course. Ample accommodations are located in Stonehaven and the surrounding area.

Situated by sea, Stonehaven is becoming a fast growing town of Scotland. It is a Scotland's popular coastal area and plays very important role in attracting tourists to Shire region and Aberdeen City of Scotland. It is originally old fishing village built in the High Street area. This population town has grown to approximately 11,000.

The history of Stonehaven is very impressive with the ruined fortress and Dunnottar Castle providing very inspiring scenes of the harbor and the sea. Friendliness of people combines together with the scenic beauty to make this town a Stonehaven special. It is must visit town when anyone is touring North East Scotland.

Whisky, Castle and Coastal regions are very popular among the visitors and tourists to North East Scotland and Stonehaven. There are many reasons that make Stonehaven a special touring place including the Harbor, the picturesque area with pubs, gift shop and restaurants.

Dunnottar beautiful Castle is evocative and is in its dramatic ruins. You can wander around in extensive buildings. Seabirds are wheeling around you and sea gulls and screaming around cliffs below you.

Fireballs Festival in Stonehaven is a very interesting and unique event.

There is a challenging Golf course in winter and summer, where you have a stunning cliff top view. Many courses are nearby for those visitors who are seeking golfing holiday.

Open Air Pool is another masterpiece of UK's art decorations. It has filtrated water, open air large swimming pool and is Olympic sized.

Pneumodesmus Newmani is the oldest well-known beautiful air-breathing land animal. It is yet another reason to visit Stonehaven. It is a beautiful county town of Mearns and Kincardinesire. Due to Government management changes, Stonehaven lies within the Aberdeenshire.