Tuesday, January 17, 2012

The one where we learn about Braveheart. . .

"Aye, fight and you may die, run, and you'll live... at least a while. And dying in your beds, many years from now, would you be willin' to trade ALL the days, from this day to that, for one chance, just one chance, to come back here and tell our enemies that they may take our lives, but they'll never take... OUR FREEDOM!"




So this weekend, my roommate and I went to Stirling to explore the castle and see the Wallace Monument.  It was really interesting to learn a bit about Scottish history (of which I know surprisingly little).  There were more than 16 battles for Stirling Castle between the Scots and Brits.  In 1297, William Wallace (Braveheart) led the Scots to victory on the Stirling bridge, visible from the castle.


So green!

The Hunt of the Unicorn tapestry -- anyone recognise as the tapestry in front of the Room of Requirement? 
Bridge between the palace and the Great Hall.





The Star Pyramid


The town of Stirling was so quaint.  I can't wait to go back and possible stay over night. 





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