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Abbey Strand and the Sanctuary Stones
Unknown, 1905, Photograph
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Abbey Strand and the Sanctuary Stones
Abbey Strand and the Sanctuary Stones
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8740
Title
Abbey Strand, showing position of Sanctuary Stones
Description
A line of orphans standing along the line of the Sanctuary Stones at Abbey Strand, Edinburgh. Behind them is a refreshment room, houses and part of Holyrood Abbey and Holyroodhouse.
Artist / maker
Unknown
Date
1905
Size
19.9 x 24.6 cm
Type
Photograph
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
Abbey Strand is the final section of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, a short drive leading to the entrance of Holyrood Palace.
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The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage
The Royal Mile: A Hidden History
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