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Old Observatory, Calton Hill
Unknown, 1967, Photograph
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Old Observatory, Calton Hill
Old Observatory, Calton Hill
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9237
Title
Old Observatory, Calton Hill
Description
The dome of the Old Observatory on Edinburgh's Calton Hill has fallen into disrepair. There are large holes in the domed roof on all sides. The low circular stone structure is surrounded by a low stone wall. There are benches placed around the wall and an entrance to the enclosure on the left.
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Unknown
Date
1967
Size
24 x 29.6 cm
Type
Photograph
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
Calton Hill is situated at the east end of Princes Street in Edinburgh. It rises to a height of 108 metres and is another of the city's hills created by volcanic activity. Several monuments stand on the hill. Most prominent amongst these are the Nelson Monument, built in the shape of a telescope, and the unfinished National Monument, modelled on the Parthenon in Athens.
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