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  • The Earl’s Palace in Kirkwall.

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    Bishop’s and Earl’s Palaces, Kirkwall

    Marvel at the only episcopal palace ever built in Norse Scotland and its stunning Renaissance neighbour.

  • A general view of Crossraguel Abbey.

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    Crossraguel Abbey

    Contrast the peacefulness of the abbey with the conflict that the monks’ loyalty to Robert the Bruce attracted.

  • A general view of the broch courtyard at Jarlshof.

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    Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement

    Delve into more than 4,000 years of human settlement in the same location in Shetland.

  • A photograph of a large house with a square tower, flying a Saltire flag.

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    Newark Castle

    Contrast the beauty of this rediscovered treasure with the notoriety of its most famous noble resident.

  • A general view of the circular curtain wall and moat at Rothesay Castle.

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    Rothesay Castle

    Survey a fortress famous for its long and close association with the Stewart kings of Scotland.

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Salisbury Place
Edinburgh
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Edinburgh
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Historic Environment Scotland is the lead public body established to investigate, care for and promote Scotland’s historic environment.

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