Melrose Abbey: A Great Scottish Shrine and the Resting Place of a King’s Heart
by Melrose Abbey in the town of Melrose today consists of the ruins of a magnificent Cistercian monastery, St Mary, which was founded during the reign …
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Trip to Millport, Great Cumbrae Island
A trip to the town of Millport is not just an exciting journey to one of Scotland‘s most ‘straightforward’ towns, but also an opportunity to …
Balloch – gateway to the legendary Loch Lomond
Balloch is a charming village located on the south-western shore of the legendary Loch Lomond. It is often referred to as the ‘Gateway’ to the …
Dumbarton Castle and Fortress: Ancient fortification of Britain on Dumbarton Rock
The journey to Dumbarton Castle, unique in its geographical location and centuries of history, begins with an introduction to the town at the foot of …
GRANTON HARBOUR, EDINBURGH
Granton Harbour is situated in the north part of Edinburgh’s city centre in Scotland. Just to the west of Granton Harbour are areas known as …
Musée d’Orsay, Paris, France
Musée d’Orsay: how to go from an abandoned railway station to an art gem in Paris Musee d’Orsay The Musée d’Orsay Museum of Fine Arts …
The Roman Conquest of Britain – Part 3: Tribal Raids on the Island and the End of Roman Occupation in Britain
Succession of Roman emperors in Britain The Roman Empire was on the verge of collapse after the death of Emperor Septimius Severus (Latin – Lucius …
The Roman Conquest of Britain Part 2: Construction of Hadrian’s and Antonine Walls, End of the Conquest of Scotland
Conquest of Wales, Northern England and Scotland An important period in the history of the conquest of Britain by Rome is the time of the …
The Roman Conquest of Britain. Part 1: The First Invasions
After Gaul was conquered in the middle of the 1st century BC, Julius Caesar made the decision to invade Britain so that he could rule …
Craiglockhart Castle, Edinburgh, Scotland
The enigmatic Tower House Craiglockhart Castle, located on the campus of Edinburgh Napier University’s Craiglockhart site on Colinton Road in the southwestern part of Edinburgh, …
Blair Castle, Scotland
Blair Castle Blair Castle is unique not only for its seven hundred year history, but also because it is one of the most beautiful and …
The kilt and its history
Imagine rugged mist-shrouded Scottish lands where kilt-clad Highlanders fought for their freedom. This iconic image is inseparable from the kilt, a garment that has become …
Glencoe Valley in Scotland
Lost in the heart of Scotland is a place called Glencoe Valley where history is intertwined with nature, giving birth to legends and secrets. Its …
Penicuik House Country Estate
The small town of Penicuik located nine miles from Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, is one of the oldest, has a completely original architectural appearance …
Scone Palace in Perth, Scotland
An important milestone in history The castle or palace of Scone (Scone Palace) is an amazing place. It occupies an important milestone in the history …
Canna Island – Inner Hebrides Minor Isles
Island The Isle of Canna located in the lesser isles of the inner Hebrides is one of Scotland‘s most remote and interesting places. This small …
Nelson’s Monument, Edinburgh, Scotland
Nelson Monument The Nelson Monument located on Calton Hill in Edinburgh is a striking structure designed by architect Robert Burn and built between 1807 and …
Alloa Tower, Scotland
In Clackmannanshire, in the central part of Scotland is a small, but very picturesque and interesting town known for its ancient monuments called Alloa. It …
A visit to Edinburgh Castle in Scotland
Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh Castle is one of the oldest buildings in Scotland. The rich history of this amazing place, the unique architecture displaying the “face” …
Rennes is a city and commune in France
France is a country with a centuries-old history, many beautiful sights and beautiful cities, attracting thousands of tourists with its beauty. One of the most …