Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle, a mighty fortress that dominates the Edinburgh skyline.
a world famous visitor attraction that has dominated the skyline for centuries. and the high volcanic rock on it stands has been occupied for thousands of years. The castle stands up on the plug of an extinct volcano (Castle Rock), which is estimated to have risen some 350 million years ago. The Castle Rock is the remains of a volcanic pipe
The summit of the Castle Rock is 120 metres (390 ft) above sea level, with rocky cliffs to the south, west and north, rearing up to 80 metres (260 ft) from the surrounding landscape. This means that the only readily accessible route to the castle lies to the east, where the ridge slopes more gently. But just as its location has rendered the castle all but impregnable,
Photos From around and inside Edinburgh Castle
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St Margaret's Chapple - The oldest building in Edinburgh, this was build to commemorate the mother of David I (ruled 1124–1153)
Mons Meg - The 15th-century siege cannon known as Mons Meg is on display outside St. Margaret's Chapel. Mons Meg was constructed in Flanders on the orders of Philip III, Duke of Burgundy in 1449, and was given by him to his niece's husband, King James II in 1457.
The One o' Clock Gun - This famous time signal has been fired almost every day precisely at 13:00. This has been a tradition since 1861, not fired on Sundays.
