Friday Fences...Top of Abbey Craig, Scotland

 

A barrier fence with a spectacular view of Stirling, Scotland.

  

 

 

Instead of walking, my daughter and I decided to take the tour bus to the summit.

 

 

The 220' sandstone tower was erected on  Abbey Craig, a volcanic crag above Cambuskenneth Abby. There will be more photos of the National William Wallace Monument with a week end post.

 

Meggie Mac

Today, I'm joining with Jan n' Jer's Friday Fences. Click HERE to view more Friday Fences.

 

 

 

 

Inspired Sunday...In Texas Country

 

 

 

Haw Creek Church is a mid 1800's renovated building that is used for weddings and other special events.

 

 

It's not often you see a blue door on a church.

 

 

"Welcome"

Meggie Mac

 

 

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The Macpherson travels to Scone Palace

I've had these photos selected for about a week...but, no words came to mind. Has that ever happened to you when writing a post?

In the middle of Friday night, I woke up thinking about my recent visit to the beautiful castle.

The red leaves of the ivy covered walls, were simply stunning...

 

If you are interested in reading more about Scone Palace, click HERE. It is their official website with much to read. You can also get a glimpse of the interiors where cameras were not allowed to go.

 

Click HERE to see more of the interior photos. It is truly magnificent.

 

 

Here is what remains of the archway of the old City of Scone. It is very a powerful feeling knowing that you have walked where Scottish kings have walked before....like Robert the Bruce in 1306.

 

 

Just beyond the gate is the Mercat Cross of Old Scone.

 

 

Historically a mercat cross is the Scots name for the market cross...

 

 

The following photos are just a few, showing the beautiful gardens. The scent of fir trees filled the air...it reminded me of Christmas.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My daughter and traveling companion is in the background. Between our two cameras we took about

600 photos for the day.  

 

 

 

I hope it shows in the photos, what a wonderful day we had.....

 

Meggie Mac

 

 

Friday Fences and Greener Pastures

 

Add some rain to our cooler temperatures on the prairie....and the pasture becomes green again.

 

 

These tiny lavender flowers are dotting the countryside.

Meggie Mac

It's my pleasure to join with Jan 'n Jer's Friday Fences. Click HERE to see other blogs with Friday Fences.

 

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.

 

 

Friday Fences on the Isle of Skye, Scotland

 

This was taken on the west coast of the Isle of Skye, as my daughter and I were traveling to Dunvegan Castle.

 

 

Our stop was to photograph Dun Beag Broch. If you would like to read more about the historical site, click HERE.

 

 

Brochs were built in the last centuries BC and the first centuries AD. About 500 are to be found mainly across the north and west of Scotland.

 

 

Sheep were grazing.....

 

 

Another fence line.

 

 

The views seem to go on forever !

 

Meggie Mac

 

Joining with Jan n' Jer's Friday Fences

 

 

Early Morning in Glencoe....

 

The view from my room this morning..... I could stay here forever.

 

 

Yesterday, my daughter and I traveled, by bus, from Isle of Skye. We are now near Glencoe.

I know I am leaving out so much....only after I am back home will I be able to sort it all out and post more photos.

 

 

Our plans today will be Castle Stalker, The Glencoe Massacre Monument and a trip to Oban.

 

I am so amazed at how unspoiled the country is... even with all the tourist that come each year.

You must come for a holiday to truly appreciate the beauty!

 

Meggie Mac