Other current and historical names
Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Blair Atholl within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Blair-Athole, par. and vil., N. Perthshire, 35¼ miles NW. of Perth by rail, at confluence of Tilt and Garry -- par., 181,113 ac., pop. 1742; vil., pop. 346; P.O., T.O.; 1 Bank; is noted for the splendid mountain scenery amid which it is situated. Blair Castle, seat of the Duke of Athole, is adjacent; the grounds contain the oldest and largest larch trees in Scotland.