The turbulent history of the area is reflected in its architecture, no more so, than in the nature of the many castles to be found right across the region.  From triangular Caerlaverock near Dumfries to the magnificent six storey tower house standing proudly over the River Fleet, the following historic buildings are well worth visiting for very different reasons:  

Cardoness Castle - Gatehouse of Fleet
Threave Castle - Castle Douglas
MacLellans Castle - Kirkcudbright 
Dunskey  Castle - Port Patrick 
Drumlanrig Castle - Thornhill
Caerlaverock Castle - Glencaple (pictured above)
Kenmure Castle - New Galloway
Sweetheart Abbey - New Abbey

For more information visit:
www.visitdumfriesandgalloway.co.uk/about/history/