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Ballater, Aberdeenshire

Ballater is a small town in Aberdeenshire, on the banks of the River Dee, immediately east of the Cairngorm Mountains. It stands at a height of 700 feet above sea level and is a centre for hikers. The town is known for its spring water, once said to cure scrofula. The town is within the council area of Aberdeenshire.

Place Type: Town
Historic County: Aberdeenshire
Lat, Long: 57.049389,-3.040207
Grid Reference: NO 3699 9584
Civil Parish: Glenmuick, Tullich and Glengairn CP
Council Area: Aberdeenshire CA
Police Area: Scotland (North East) PA
Devolved Legislature:  Scottish Parliament

GBPN ID: 2098
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Ballater,_Aberdeenshire_2098

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