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Tobermory

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Contents

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  1. 1Orientation

    Tobermory, the main town and administrative center of the Isle of Mull, is perhaps one of the most recognizable locations in Scotland. Its name comes from the Gaelic 'Tobar Mhoire,' meaning 'Mary's Well,' referring to an ancient…

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  2. 2Sunken Gold and the Spanish Armada

    One of the most enduring 'local legends' associated with Tobermory is the mystery of the Spanish Armada ship. In 1588, following the defeat of the Great Armada by the English fleet and the subsequent disastrous journey around the…

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  3. 3Whisky, Wildlife, and Local Industry

    Beyond the legends of gold, Tobermory’s prosperity is built on more tangible foundations, most notably its famous distillery. Established in 1798, the Tobermory Distillery is one of the oldest commercial distilleries in Scotland. …

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  4. 4Closing

    As the sun begins to set over Tobermory Bay, the colors of the town seem to glow with an even greater intensity. Our time in this bustling harbor town has shown us the human side of Mull—the creativity, the history, and the…

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What is Tobermory?

Tobermory is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates56.6235, -6.0650
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