The rock of Dunadd a few miles north of Lochgilphead marks the place where the Scots established their headquarters after landing from Ireland around 500AD & it can rightfully claim to be the birthplace of Scotl&. It is also at the heart of present-day Argyll which roughly corresponds to the area covered by this guide. There are a range of routes across different terrains including a walk around the Isle of Iona with its wealth of ancient monuments superb beaches & an ascent up Ben More the highest peak on Mull.