Where is the monument to William Wallace?

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1. Where is the monument to William Wallace?
2. How much does it cost to go up Wallace Monument?
3. Why was the Wallace monument built?
4. Is Wallace monument open to the public?
5. Can you walk up the Wallace Monument?
6. Who stayed in Stirling Castle?
7. How long does it take to climb the Wallace Monument?
8. How long does it take to go around Wallace Monument?
9. Can you visit William Wallace?
10. Is Stirling Castle bigger than Edinburgh Castle?
11. Can you walk around the Wallace Monument?
12. Can you drive up the Wallace Monument?
13. Where is Braveheart buried?
14. What is the famous line from Braveheart?
15. What is the largest castle in Scotland?
16. Where is the oldest castle in the world?
17. What was filmed at Dunnottar Castle?
18. How old is Stirling Castle?

Where is the monument to William Wallace?

Stirling The National Wallace Monument (generally known as the Wallace Monument) is a tower standing on the shoulder of the Abbey Craig, a hilltop overlooking Stirling in Scotland.

How much does it cost to go up Wallace Monument?

The Wallace Monument is divided into 3 main areas....Visitor numbers are restricted and tickets must be pre-booked via the website www.yourstirling.com.

Address:	Abbey Craig, Hillfoots Road, Causewayhead, Stirling FK9 5LF
Admission:	Adult £ 10.75, Concession £ 8.75, Child £ 6.75, Family (2+2) £ 28.25
Parking:	Yes

Why was the Wallace monument built?

The monument in Stirling was opened in 1869 to commemorate the life of the Scottish patriot and martyr Sir William Wallace, and has attracted visitors from near and far ever since.

Is Wallace monument open to the public?

Important Visitor Information The National Wallace Monument is open to visitors from 9:30am until 5:00pm each day. Pre-booking is advisable to secure your preferred entry time slot. We are able to accommodate some walk ups to the Monument, however these time slots are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.

Can you walk up the Wallace Monument?

The place itself is free to walk up to the monument and around the grounds which is a really nice touch if you don't fancy climbing the monument or are inable to because of health etc At least you can still join in and take part to some degree.

Who stayed in Stirling Castle?

Mary, Queen of Scots spent much of her life here One of the more notable royal figures, Mary spent much of her youth and adulthood in the castle. The youngest ruler of Scotland - her father, King James V, having died when Mary was only six-days-old - she was crowned at the Royal chapel here.

How long does it take to climb the Wallace Monument?

It is recommended that you should allow at least 1 hr. in the Monument itself, and you will also want to allow time for going up to the Monument from the Car Park area. This takes approx. 20 mins.

How long does it take to go around Wallace Monument?

It is recommended that you should allow at least 1 hr. in the Monument itself, and you will also want to allow time for going up to the Monument from the Car Park area. This takes approx. 20 mins.

Can you visit William Wallace?

PRIVATE TOUR 1-6 PEOPLE William Wallace This is a private tour designed for 1 -6 people with your own tour guide. Visit Elderslie, Dumbarton Castle & Wallace Monument Pick up and drop off at your hotel. Travel in luxury and discover Braveheart.

Is Stirling Castle bigger than Edinburgh Castle?

While they have some similarities, they each still have their unique charm and interest. Edinburgh Castle is larger so you will need a longer visit to see it all.

Can you walk around the Wallace Monument?

The place itself is free to walk up to the monument and around the grounds which is a really nice touch if you don't fancy climbing the monument or are inable to because of health etc At least you can still join in and take part to some degree.

Can you drive up the Wallace Monument?

If you're visiting Glasgow or Edinburgh, the National Wallace Monument is perfectly located for a day trip, and very easy to reach by car. The drive will take around 45 minutes from central Glasgow, or 1 hour 15 minutes from central Edinburgh. ... From there, you could take a taxi to the Monument itself.

Where is Braveheart buried?

William Wallace

Sir William Wallace
Died	23 August 1305 (aged c. 35) Smithfield, London, Kingdom of England
Cause of death	Hanged, drawn and quartered
Resting place	London, England, in an unmarked grave
Nationality	Scottish

What is the famous line from Braveheart?

William Wallace: Lower your flags and march straight back to England, stopping at every home you pass by to beg forgiveness for a hundred years of theft, rape, and murder. Do that and your men shall live. Do it not, and every one of you will die today. William Wallace: Every man dies, not every man truly lives.

What is the largest castle in Scotland?

Situated in Kelso in the heart of the Scottish Borders and overlooking the River Tweed and Cheviot Hills, Floors Castle is the largest inhabited castle in Scotland and is home to the Duke and Duchess of Roxburgh and their family.

Where is the oldest castle in the world?

Probably the oldest and largest castle in the world is the Citadel of Aleppo located in the very old city of Aleppo, Syria, built around 3000 BC.

What was filmed at Dunnottar Castle?

The classic story of Hamlet was turned into a film adaption in 1990, and it's no struggle to wonder why they had Dunnottar Castle as one of the locations used for filming. The castle created the perfect set for the film, the actors saying themselves it wouldn't have been the same anywhere else.

How old is Stirling Castle?

531c. 1490 Castello di Stirling/Età