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Nestled 4 miles down the River Tweed, just below Scott's View,
the Melrose Abbey was founded by St Aidan in about A.D. 660.
Legends have it say, the first prior was St Boisil who was succeeded
by St Cuthbert, the apostle of the Borders, who dwelt there
until 664 when he became prior of Lindesfarne. However, later,
when St Cuthbert died, it became one of his resting places before
his body was taken to the place where Durham Cathedral was founded.
Even today, the delicacy of carved stone in the Abbey is
simply remarkable. Visitor can spend hours finding carved
images and decorative details, some of it hung high up and
well preserved.
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| The
Eildon Hills, Melrose |
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At the foot of the town, only a mile's walk out of Melrose lays
the unmistakable landmark in the Borders and the Eildon Hills,
which fascinates all the Botanists, Ornithologists, Geologists,
and Archaeologists of the world.
Once a volcanic core; the hard rock has survived and today
it draws large crowds for a memorable view, besides the archeologists
make it a point to pay a visit the volcanic cannery, if they
ever happen to travel to this side of the United Kingdom.
Floating in the middle of the River Dee; the Threave Castle
is an exciting and romantic experience in itself. Built at the
end of the 1300's by the powerful Archibald Douglas, known as
"Archibald the Grim", the castle served home to the
ancient rulers of Galloway.
Minutes walk through fields and past woods from Kelton Mains
farm as you reach the shore of the River Dee, you will find
enthusiastic boatmen to help you float to the beautiful island.
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| Statue
of William Wallace |
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When King Alexander III's granddaughter and heir, the Maid of
Norway, died in 1290, succession to the throne of Scotland was
in dispute. During the same period, the Earl of Buchan commissioned
this monumental 7-meter high sandstone statue situated on a
hillside overlooking the River Tweed near Dryburgh, secluded
in woodlands of beech and scots pines.
Statue of William Wallace located near to Scott's view, five
miles from Melrose; you can walk along a forest road of about
200 yards to find this powerful monument.
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| Bannockburn
Heritage Centre |
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Located 2 miles (3km) south of Stirling, Bannockburn was then
situated at the site of the battle when, in 1314, Robert the
Bruce routed King Edward II's forces won freedom for the Scots
from English domination.
Converted into a Heritage Center, it exhibits AV presentation
of the battle and exhibitions on the Kingdom of the Scots, Robert
the Bruce and Scotland's struggle for independence.
It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in England,
It reflects the Medieval England through scenes and stories
which will delight all lovers of Old England. Eat at the colorful
inns, and shop at the busy streets.
Magnificent Arundel Castle dominates this picturesque town which
sits on a hill just inland from the Sussex coast, a few miles
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