The Duke of Atholl is a title in the peerage of Scotland, created in 1703. The title is associated with the region of Atholl, located in the central part of Scotland. The Duke's family, the Murray family, has a long history in the area, and the current Duke is the 12th holder of the title. The Duke of Atholl is unique because the family has the right to raise a private army, known as the Atholl Highlanders, which is the only legal private army in the UK. The title is also linked to the Atholl Palace Hotel, a historic hotel in the region, attracting visitors to the scenic landscapes of the Scottish Highlands.