Holyrood Palace Gates

Category

Library Item

Item no

16469

Title

Holyrood Palace Gates

Description

Ornate wrought iron gates stand in front of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh. The gates are supported by tall stone pillars, which are topped with a crowned lion carrying a sword. Coats of arms are also displayed on the front of the posts. Three tourists are walking in front of the gates, behind which are standing tall green trees.

Artist / maker

Murphy, Bernard

Date

2006

Size

10.1 x 14.9 cm

Type

Photograph

Location

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

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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Architecture > Architectural features > Gates

Homes > Residential buildings > Castles and palaces

Places > Edinburgh areas > Holyrood

Places > Scotland > Edinburgh

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