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Planting of new tree at the Grassmarket, Edinburgh
MacLean, Kevin, 2008, Digital image
Planting of new tree at the Grassmarket, Edinburgh
Planting of new tree at the Grassmarket, Edinburgh
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Planting of new tree at the Grassmarket, Edinburgh
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A group of workmen wearing high visibility clothing stand and watch as a hoist from a crane is used to lift a tree towards its planting area. The planting area in the foreground is a circular hole in the ground made from a concrete ring. In the background, behind the worksite is Edinburgh Castle on its rocky mound.
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MacLean, Kevin
Date
2008
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Digital image
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Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
The Grassmarket is an open area situated below Edinburgh Castle at the west end of the Cowgate. It was, for many centuries, an important venue for commercial and social activity in the Old Town. A weekly market was held here from the 15th to the early 20th century. It was also the site of many public executions. The Grassmarket continues to be a popular area for socialising, with a large number of pubs and restaurants.
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