Historical Monuments in Scotland

Historical Monuments in Aberdeen

King's College is the oldest part of the University of Aberdeen, founded in the oldest area of the city called Old Aberdeen. One

Historical Monuments in Inveraray

Inveraray Bell Tower

The Inveraray Bell Tower is one of the main tourist attractions in the little village. The church at the foot of the tower is call

Historical Monuments in Stirling

The Tolbooth

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Heading downhill from the famous Stirling Castle, in the same street as the historic Mercat Cross, is another of the important his

Historical Monuments in Edinburgh

Nelson Monument

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In tribute to Admiral Nelson, considered one of the greatest figures in the history of the United Kingdom, a monument was erected

Historical Monuments in Fort William

Commando Memorial

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In 1940, Winston Churchill decided to create an elite force capable of reaching behind enemy lines: the commandos were born. There

Historical Monuments in Glasgow

The Provand's Lordship

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Near the imposing cathedral of Glasgow, the oldest house in the city (1471) can be found on Castel Street. It took us about 15 min

Historical Monuments in Edinburgh

Dugald Stewart Monument

Dugald Stewart was a writer and philosopher who was born and grew up in Scotland in the eighteenth century. Located at the top of

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Historical Monuments in Stirling

World War Memorial

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This monument is a recurring motif in almost all towns in the UK, as both World Wars had a great impact in Britain. Several commem

Historical Monuments in Stirling

George Christie Clock Monument

Being the most famous clock in Stirling center, this monument pays tribute to one of the most famous and beloved mayors in the cit

Historical Monuments in Stirling

The Sheriff Court

In Scotland the central courts of each province (or county) keep their original names from medieval times: The Sheriff Court. At t

Historical Monuments in Dingwall

Dun Telve Broch

This megalithic building, dating back to the Iron Age, is about 9 miles from the town of Shiel Bridge (1 ½ hours by bus from Fort

Historical Monuments in Edinburgh

National Monument of Scotland

The Scottish National Monument located on Calton Hill was built in memory of the Scots who died during the Napoleonic Wars. It was

Historical Monuments in Edinburgh

Anchor's Close

Located in the heart of the historic city center of Scotland's capital city, along the famous Royal Mile that leads to the top of

Historical Monuments in Tobermory

The Clock Tower

In the center of the port of Tobermory, on the small Scottish island of Mull, the clock tower marks the beginning of the pier dock

Historical Monuments in Iona

Mc Leans Cross

This is found on the island of Iona, located on the Atlantic Ocean north near the Isle of Mull, off the Scottish highlands. It cou

Historical Monuments in Iona

Iona Nunnery

In the center of the village on the small island of Iona, located in the Atlantic near Mull and the Scottish coast, lie the ruins

Historical Monuments in Callander

Keltie Bridge

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As you approach the beautiful, traditional village of Callander, you'll find a detour leading to Keltie Bridge Caravan Park. Turni

Historical Monuments in Dumfries

The Midsteeple

This is the exact center point of Dumfries, visible from many parts of the city. The history of this unique building is rather int

Historical Monuments in Scotland

79 historical monuments in Scotland