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Edinburgh Castle in Scotland
If you want to be reputed to be in Edinburgh, you must visit. edinburgh castle which is the viewpoint of the city located on a high hill Looking down, you can see both the old town and the new city. Especially when the weather is clear, you can look as far as the sea.
The castle used to be the residence of kings and members of the Scottish royal family. There have been many tragedies at this castle. Especially during the Scottish War of Independence of 1296-1357, it was used as a stronghold and a place where prisoners were imprisoned, tortured and executed by a variety of methods, such as throwing prisoners from castles and hanging them.
Their throats were cut and burned. Prisoners of war, pirates, and women accused of witchcraft were also slaughtered. Even though Edinburgh Castle was destroyed by war But now it has been restored and well maintained. Behind the castle walls are churches and memorials to commemorate the deceased. and buildings for storing valuables The area outside the castle has a restaurant. gift shop and is the location of the artillery.
If you come here, don’t forget to stop by to visit. St Margaret’s Church (St.Margaret’s Chapel) built in the 12th century by King David I (David I of Scotland) to commemorate his mother. is Queen Margaret of Scotland, which is regarded as a saint or saint.
Highlights in Edinburgh Castle
1. The castle is made of volcanic rock. More than 340 million years old, the oldest part of the castle is thought to have been built as early as the 12th century.
2. The One O’clock Gun Tradition: Every day, cannons are fired from the top of the castle. This tradition began in 1861 and continues today. A friend sends a signal to the seafarers to adjust their time to the standard time.
3. The Mons Meg cannon is one of the oldest cannons in the world. Weighing more than 6 tons and firing almost 2 miles away, it was built in Belgium. It has been acquired since 1457 during the reign of King James II (James II of Scotland).
4. The crown jewel of Scotland, made in 1540, adorned with gold from an ancient crown. The first king to be crowned was King James V of Scotland when he made Marie de Guise as queen. There is also a precious scepter and sword used in the inauguration of Mary, Queen of Scots on September 9, 1543.
5. Stone of Destiny This stone has been used for the coronation of Scottish kings since the 10th century, when Edward I of England took over Scotland in 1292. He also brought the destiny stone back to London, until in 1996 Queen Elizabeth II gave permission to bring the stone back to Scotland. But when there is a coronation ceremony in England, this stone will be brought to the ceremony as well.
