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  2. Stirling Castle - Wikipedia

    • Stirling Castle, located in Stirling, is one of the largest and most historically and architecturally important castles in Scotland. The castle sits atop an intrusive crag, which forms part of the Stirling Sill geological formation. It is surrounded on three sides by steep cliffs, giving it a strong defensive position. Its strategic location, guarding what was, until the 1890s, the … See more

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    BuiltCastle dates from at least early 12th century, present buildings mostly built between 1490 and 1600
    Built bySignificant works by James IV, James V, and James VI
    Grid referencegrid reference NS789940
    History

    Castle Hill, on which Stirling Castle is built, forms part of the Stirling Sill, a formation of quartz-dolerite around 350 million years old, which was subsequently modified by glaciation to form a "crag and tail". It is likely that this nat… See more

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    Stirling Castle was first and foremost a defensive structure, it has been under siege at least eight times in its history, and the battles of Stirling Bridge and Bannockburn were fought nearby. Almost all of the existing buildings visitors …

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    Dominating the skyline for miles around, Stirling Castle is a shining example of Renaissance architecture. Visitors can look out from its high stone walls to the battlefields of Stirling Bridge where great medieval armies clashed to decide …

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    Stirling Castle, historically and architecturally significant castle, mostly dating from 15th and 16th centuries, in Stirling, Scotland. Dominating major east–west and north–south routes, the fortress’s strategic importance gave it a key role in …

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    Aug 28, 2023 · Situated high above the town of Stirling on volcanic rock, sits one of Scotland’s largest and most important castles – Stirling Castle! A quick flick through the history books will reveal that Mary Queen of Scots, Bonnie Prince …

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    Apr 15, 2021 · Stirling Castle is an iconic royal palace and stronghold, seen to represent Scottish independence and a focal point for many of the most important events in Scotland’s history. Its imposing position and impressive architecture …

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    Dec 12, 2022 · The Stirling Castle offers a lot to visitors in terms of royalty, architectural beauty, and the splendour of the middle ages. The highlight is the extensively restored Royal Palace, a true testimony of the royal riches from …

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    Sep 2, 2024 · Coming up in this guide: big views, bigger buildings, a unicorn-themed tapestry, the royal palace, Mary Queen of Scots, and everything you need to know about Stirling Castle. Stirling Castle is a hefty beast.

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    Stirling Castle, perched majestically on top Castle Hill, is evidence for Scotland's architectural evolution. Initially constructed in the 12th century, this fortress has undergone significant modifications through to the 1600s, resulting in a …

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    Dominating the skyline for miles around, Stirling Castle is a shining example of Renaissance architecture. Visitors can look out from its high stone walls to the battlefields of Stirling Bridge where great medieval armies clashed to decide …

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