Yes, the Palace is really worth a visit. June 17, 2014 at 10:30 am Reply. I don’t know how you managed to show two different photos, but in my ‘Blogs I Read’ listing, you have a stunning aerial shot of the fountain.
I can imagine all the folks standing around it and silently thinking: “This wasn’t such a good idea!”I’m a genealogist who specializes in Scottish heritage. Linlithgow Palace can be crowded, so we recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot. The palace’s north quarter, which probably housed the queen’s apartment where Mary was born, fell to the ground in 1607. Conservation work was carried out to undo the … (BTW, I don’t know about you, but the image of water “flowing like wine” has always seemed macabre to me…I think if I saw a fountain flowing red I’d call it a day and skedaddle! The fountain at Linlithgow Palace where ‘Ane Satire of the Three Estates’ was first performed in 1540. sioban68. Classification Fountain (16th Century) Canmore ID 262603. Linlithgow Palace and Fountain is a Category A listed building in Linlithgow, West Lothian, Scotland. Standing over 16 feet high and designed to reflect the supreme power of the king, it was probably fed by an underground water supply which was piped up to the carved crown at the top.Water fell from the crown – suggesting the king’s benevolence – into tiered bowls and out through rows of spouts shaped like mythical beasts and human heads.
)Haha, that made me laugh! The five-metre King's Fountain in the courtyard of Linlithgow Palace was built by King James V in 1538. I fell in love with the Peryton on the fountain, and sketched and photographed it every trip since. Linlithgow Palace James V restored fountain in the centre of the courtyard seen through the doors of the former main entrance Fountain at Linlithgow Palace, West Lothian, Scotland. THAT is stunning.
The end came in 1746, when a great fire swept through the palace. Linlithgow Palace stands on a …
We are working hard to … This was probably not the first time it had happened – another source suggests James V had the same idea, on his marriage to Mary of Guise.In 2007 the fountain was restored by Historic Scotland, so that water can now flow through it again, although it is not kept running because of the risk of erosion.Linlithgow Palace has a long and fascinating history! If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. The swans and ducks nearby are worth capturing. What a fabulous place it is, and I love the fountain too. This became a yearly event and again took place in 2015; from 2016 it was moved to the other side of the loch due to its popularity and need for more space. A disused fountain which is reputed to have once run with wine for Bonnie Prince Charlie is set to flow again.
I live by the sea in Argyll, Scotland, and I write about the landscape, its wildlife and wonderful history. See all 71 Linlithgow Palace tickets and tours on Tripadvisor Since writing this post I’ve been wondering if the stonework was actually painted, especially in view of their love of colour at that time. How stone can be carved so delicately is beyond me. The architect, Master James of St George, was also present. Like the beautiful tombstones in the cemeteries. Though perhaps these were Chardonnay drinkers. This was replaced by a fortification known as 'the Peel', built in the 14th century by occupying English forces under Edward I. Aye, I said I was an odd duck, but mornings with the doves and the fleets of graveyard rabbits, hold wonderful memories.Diarmuid and Grainne: a boar hunt and a tragic love story in Glen LonanLoch Nell: the Tomb of the Giants and a Serpent Mound I’m glad you enjoyed your time here!Too bad the Star and Garter burned, as the train station is just behind. I’d like to look around the adjacent church as well – it was closed when we were there.One of the great (and little known) works of cultural vandalism was by the British Army at Linlithgow Palace, when they completely destroyed the interior by fire in 1745. I must visit Linlithgow Palace one of these days, thanks for the reminder.The craftsmanship really is amazing. You’re absolutely right! loved visiting here, amazing story and amazing place!I know, it was fun, wasn’t it? Site Number NT07NW 9.06. Reblogged this on Marie de Guise-Lorraine 1515-2015. The site of the manor made it an ideal military base for securing the supply routes between Edinburgh Castle and Stirling Castle. I would like to go again sometime. I visited the registrar’s office in Edinburgh, but soon learned staying in Linlithgow, and taking the train into “old reekie”. The festival still boasts views of the palace. It certainly is a beautiful fountain. Saved on lodging in Edinburgh, finding parking, and there are many beautiful sites I would have missed staying indoors looking over films, fische and books. Linlithgow Palace Fountain Stock Photos and Images (128) Narrow your search: Black & white. Still, it’s a beautiful fountain nonetheless.I’m glad you liked the photos! The featured image is a view from the top of Queen Margaret’s Bower, one of the towers in the Palace.