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Royal visit to Edinburgh 1911, Holyroodhouse
Unknown, 1911, Photograph
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Royal visit to Edinburgh 1911, Holyroodhouse
Royal visit to Edinburgh 1911, Holyroodhouse
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Title
Royal visit to Edinburgh 1911, Holyroodhouse
Description
Two open topped landau carriages drive in front of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh. The palace has Two open-topped landau carriages drive in front of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh. The palace has two sets of towers on each corner, which are topped with conical shaped cupola. Three motor cars can also bee seen in the palace grounds.
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Unknown
Date
1911
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16.5 x 21.7 cm
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Photograph
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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 monastery 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. Queen Victoria revived its use as a royal residence.
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