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FOLLOWING THE TRAIL OF
SCOTLAND’S MYSTERIOUS CASTLES
Scotland is a country of hauntingly beautiful landscapes, both brooding and welcoming. Dramatic, lush green mountains and rugged coastlines dominate this mystical land punctuated with dark and mysterious castles.
there are so many castles in Scotland – an estimated 3,000 at one time – that a traveler could easily spend days exploring these fortifications and yet still
find oneself in a quest for further knowledge and understanding of their deep-rooted history. Built for strength and protection, Scottish castles
tell amazing stories of chivalry and derring-do during centuries of invasions and the clash of clans.
in the capital city of edinburgh,
cobbled medieval streets pave the
way for exploration of many historic
sites. Follow the royal Mile, which runs
through the heart of the city’s old town
and connects to one of Scotland’s most
famous and heavily visited castles,
edinburgh Castle, perched high upon
a mountaintop. this magnificent building houses the Crown Jewels, Stone of Destiny and Mons Meg, a medieval bombard built in 1449. the castle
now serves as a backdrop for the royal edinburgh Military tattoo during the edinburgh international Festival, which takes place every year in August.
glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, displays a vibrant art culture, with scores of galleries and museums. it is also home to one of Scotland’s most revered castles. until the 1800s, Stirling Castle guarded what was the farthest downstream crossing of the
river Forth. Many significant
events took place there,
including the crowning of
Mary, Queen of Scots in 1542.
Perched atop Castle hill and surrounded on three sides by steep cliffs, Stirling had a strong defensive advantage, withstanding at least eight sieges. once an attractive meeting ground for knights, nobles and foreign ambassadors, the castle today recreates 16th-century life with costumed
characters in the roles of bodyguards, court officials, maids of honor and dutiful servants.
Beyond the city lights, the region of Aberdeenshire
is dotted with numerous castles, one of most famous being Balmoral. this castle has been the Scottish residence of the royal Family since Prince Albert purchased it for Queen Victoria in 1852. the lovely formal gardens cover nearly three acres and feature an array of Victorian glasshouses as well as a conservatory.
while your travels in Scotland may include just
a select few of its many castle haunts, the beauty and charm of this country will surely inspire your imagination and capture your heart.
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