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Jacobite risings because of its strategic location and defensive strength.
Dunnottar is best known as the place where the
Jacobite rebellion of 1715
. The castle was restored in the 20th century and is now open to the public.
The ruins of the castle are spread over 1.4 hectares (3+1⁄2 acres), surrounded by steep cliffs that drop to the
listed buildings
.