The top 10 Scottish sites with enduring Royal history
dailyrecord.co.ukWhen King Charles III is crowned later this year, central to the historic occasion will be an ancient block of red standstone – the Stone of Destiny.The stone, which is associated with the inauguration of the monarchs of Scotland at Scone, and last used there over 700 years ago, was taken in 1296 by the invading King Edward I of England and kept in Westminster Abbey where it was used for the coronation ceremonies of English & latterly British monarchs.The Stone of Destiny was returned to Scotland in 1996 and is kept at Edinburgh Castle where it can be seen by visitors.
In 2024 the Stone will move to a new permanent home in Perth.For the upcoming coronation, the Stone of Destiny will temporarily leave Scotland once more and travel to Westminster Abbey for the Coronation of King Charles III and his wife, Camilla, as King and Queen Consort of the United Kingdom, which takes place on May 6 at Westminster AbbeyBut the stone is just one of the enduring symbols that tie the Monarchy to Scotland.
These are just 10 well-known sites across Scotland with long links to Royalty. They are all are looked after by Historic Environment Scotland, the custodians of some of our most historic landmark sites, and they help us understand our nation's complex and colourful history.
Membership of Historic Scotland not only gives you free access to all these locations, and many more, it also helps protect these special sites for future generations.Craigmillar CastleMary Queen of Scots famously spent time as a guest at Craigmillar Castle.
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