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Scottish Parliament and Holyrood Palace
Murphy, Bernard, 2006, Photograph
Scottish Parliament and Holyrood Palace
Scottish Parliament and Holyrood Palace
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Scottish Parliament and Holyrood Palace from Arthur's Seat
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A bird's eye view of the Scottish Parliament and Holyroodhouse from Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh. The modern buildings are on many different levels and are partially clad with wooden shapes. Some of the roofs are covered with grass. To its right Holyroodhouse and Abbey stands in their grounds surrounded by trees. Behind the Parliament and the buildings of the Canongate, a large graveyard can be seen. The monuments of Calton Hill stand proud against the sky overlooking the Firth of Forth and the Fife coastline.
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Murphy, Bernard
Date
2006
Size
10.1 x 14.9 cm
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Photograph
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Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
The Scottish Parliament building at Holyrood was opened in October 2004. It was designed by a Spanish architectural practice led by Enric Miralles and his wife Benedetta Tagliabue in conjunction with the Scottish company RMJM. The project has been the source of much controversy, principally on the subjects of its cost and appearance. The building is open to members of the public.
The Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh is the Queen's official residence in Scotland. The site was founded as an Augustian Monestry in 1128 by David I, after he had a vision of a stag with a rood or cross on its forehead. In 1501 James IV built a palace close to the Abbey. The Palace was home to Mary Queen of Scots from 1561-1567. It also played host to Cromwell's troops during the English Civil War, during which time it suffered extensive fire damage. It was significantly rebuilt and extended by Charles II, though he never stayed there. In 1745 Bonnie Prince Charlie held court there after seizing control of Edinburgh. Its use as a Royal residence was revived by Queen Victoria.
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The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage
The Topography of Hills and Valleys
Parks, Gardens and Graveyards
Historic City and Capital of Scotland
Canongate, Royal Mile
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