Sunday, November 3, 2013

The Moot Hill.... Scone Palace, Scotland

 
 Beginning with Kenneth MacAlpin, in the 9th century, all of the Kings of Scotland were crowned on Moot Hill, seated upon the Stone of Scone. A replica of the stone can be seen in the left hand corner of this photo.
In 1996, the Stone was finally restored to the people of Scotland when it was moved to Edinburgh Castle. 
If you would like to read more about the Stone of Destiny, click HERE.
 
 
 
 Even with the removal of the stone by King Edward I in 1296, it continued to be the crowing place of the Kings of Scots.
 
 
The small Presbyterian chapel was restored around 1804.
 
 
There are four octagonal corner towers on the chapel.
 
 
Inside is a monument to Lord Stormont, kneeling on a cushion at an altar.
 
 
Two armored figures  flank each side of the altar.
 
 
Watch this week, for more posts on Scone Palace, near Perth, Scotland.
Meggie Mac
 
Linking with Inspired Sunday. Click HERE to see other churches.
 
 

16 comments:

  1. amazing stone work. what a great one to see & for u to share with all of us.

    i need to catch up on ur trip. fallen behind i have. never enough time to do the things we love. forgive me for that. happy week. ( :

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    1. No need to apologize....I've fallen behind too! I need to get busy and post more of my holiday photos....

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    2. glad to hear you say that - do you ever feel life keep flying & you wonder when can i have a moment of pure peace? ( :
      ever!!??

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  2. Oh, I wish I could be there! All that history and architecture is fascinating.

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    1. Remember, it is only 11 hours away....flying from Texas. Go....you will not be sorry !

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  3. It is magnificient! The stonework and history are impressive. Thanks for sharing this week!

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    1. Hello Sally....and thanks for "Inspiring Sunday".

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  4. So much history and the stonework/architecture is just stunning.

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    1. Hi Michelle... I will be returning next year to soak up more history. It is a beautiful country.

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    1. It seems with everything I saw, in Scotland, there were layers and layers of history to uncover and enjoy.

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  6. Great pictures - so good to follow your steps. I have to say, though, I do like the legend that says the Real stone was hidden in a secret cave somewhere and the whereabouts are lost in the mists of time. Maybe one day it might be found... xx

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    1. I'm willing to help you find it....maybe next year when I return!!

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  7. I love following your steps through this beautiful countryside. My hubby's family hails from Scotland and we love exploring the culture. With your help, I've added more to my list the next time we go, XOXO

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  8. Fabulous photographs!
    Liz @ Shortbread & Ginger

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  9. These pictures are simply amazing. Scotland is such a beautiful place!

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