Historical Geography information for Colonsay, Argyll, Scotland
| Place Name | Dùn Eibhinn |
| Description | Dùn Eibhinn, also known as Dun Evan, Dun Eivan or Fort of Eyvind, is an abandoned hillfort on the island of Colonsay. It is believed to have been built as a royal residence in the early 11th century for Viking overlords. It became the seat of Clan MacFie in the in the early part of the 13th century and remained so until about 1623. |
| Address or Townland | Dùn Eibhinn |
| City, Village, or Parish | Colonsay |
| County | Argyll |
| Region | Inner Hebrides |
| Country | Scotland |
| SiteID | 94236 |
| DateUpdated | 3/17/2014 10:04:22 AM |
| Record ID | DataSet | Surname | Spelling Variations |
|---|---|---|---|
1093509 |
Scottish Clans | MacFie | MacPhee, McPhee, MacFie, McFee, MacFee |