While a castle does not typically come to mind when thinking of places to go during your first week, Stirling Castle is always worth visiting.
Full of history and interesting secrets, Stirling Castle attracts all. Come, history nerd or curious passerby. Stirling Castle holds many stories and important moments in history, such as the coronation of Mary Queen of Scots, and the siege by Bonnie Prince Charlie in 1746. The castle’s Great Hall can be seen from far and wide with its unique King’s Gold colour.
Living historians and tour guides tell stories of alliances, battles and how a man tried to fly to France.
The inside of the castle hosts many fascinating sights, from the Queen’s bedchambers to the Lions Den, where Monarchs supposedly kept their pet lions.
Outside of the main body of the castle stands a small room showing the process behind the creation of “The Unicorn is Found” tapestry, which is a modernised copy of the “Hunt of the Unicorn” tapestry.
Young Scot Card holders can get in for £1. There is no student membership available, but if you are under 22 and have a Scottish address you may be able to get a card – even if you’re an international student or a student from anywhere else in the UK.
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