Leeann Tweeden Instagram – More from summer vacation. This time, it’s Stirling Castle.
So much history here. Mary Queen of Scots was crowned here when she was only 6 days old. She came back in adulthood when her son James VI took up residence here. (He ruled Scotland as James VI and then was the first ruler of both Scotland and England, also known as James I. Confusing I know. He was the first Monarch to be called the King of Great Britain, and was also the reason we have the King James Bible).
The Battle of Stirling and Bannockburn were fought within sight of the castle walls. (Think the Robert the Bruce, William Wallace and Braveheart era)…
King James V even had a statue put outside the Royal Palace of himself disguised as a common man or farmer. He was known to walk amongst his subjects like this. (See if you can spot it in the video!)
If you love history as much as I do, you’ll love reading about this place! It’s also known as the gateway to the Highlands of Scotland. | Posted on 14/Sep/2022 21:03:18
