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Sisters Locked in Scottish Castle Overnight
6 Feb
Summary
- Two American sisters were accidentally locked inside Dunstaffnage Castle.
- They realized they were trapped after closing hours and the gate was padlocked.
- Emergency services were called to rescue them from the historic fortress.
In the summer of 2019, American sisters Niki Ghofranian and Ritta Nielsen had an unforgettable travel experience when they were accidentally locked inside Dunstaffnage Castle in Scotland. The sisters, celebrating their birthdays, were exploring the historic 14th-century fortress near Oban.
After losing track of time, they discovered the castle's main gate had been padlocked, leaving them stranded. With limited phone battery, Niki managed to contact her wife and eventually authorities.
Police and firefighters were alerted and arrived to assist. After assessing the situation, emergency services successfully managed to open the castle doors without causing damage, allowing the sisters to be freed.
The sisters were relieved and slightly embarrassed by the ordeal, which gained local media attention. They learned a valuable lesson about checking closing times on future travels.
