|  Over
the centuries many people have had a hand
in creating the designed landscape we now
know as Taymouth. Much of it dates back
to the Seventeen Century, while other parts
were laid out for Queen Victoria during
one of her visits. There are three key features
to the landscape; trees, water and mountains.
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 In
the summer months the grounds are open to
the public . There are many designed walks
throughout the grounds such as the Bearceau,
Surprise, North and South Terraces and dotted
amidst the greenery you will find follies
such as Maxwell's Temple.
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The
Estate is bordered by the hills Drummond
and Kenmore. These provide great shelter
and it is often possible to see rain clouds
passing by, but missing the estate. In the
background you can see munros such as Ben
Lawers and Shiehallion. 
Loch
Tay is one of the largest bodies of water
in the UK while the River Tay flows through
the estate and offers some dramatic vistas.
The Adnavalloch burn crosses the course
and provides interesting water features.
As
you come down the main driveway you will
pass six spanish chestnuts which were planted
600 years ago. The estate is proud to have
over 1,000 champion trees some of which
are the best specimens perhaps in Europe.
Once
the whole village and indeed much of Scotland
belonged to the Breadalbanes. The village
has maintained much of its original character
and buildings.