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Stirling
The historic setting of Stirling is the epitome of all that is Scottish. With Stirling Castle, the Wallace monument and Bannockburn all within the area, there is no other city in Scotland which represents the history of Scotland better.
The city of Stirling has been a significant location in Scotland for many years. It is believed that the hill, upon which Stirling castle now sits, was of great strategic importance to the Romans. The castle sits proudly on the skyline watching over the sitting as it would have done in medieval times. There is no better location for a castle to be found anywhere in the world. With views across the whole valley, it makes an imposing fortress.
The Wallace monument sits on Abbey Craig, a hill just outside Stirling. The monument was erected in the 19th Century in memory of the Scottish freedom fighter, Sir William Wallace. Wallace led the Scots to a famous victory at the battle of Stirling Bridge and earned himself a place in Scottish folklore. The monument contains an exhibition about the great mans life and contains a 5ft 6in sword believed to be Wallace’s.
Bannockburn is small village found just south of Stirling and is the sight of the 1314 battle of Bannockburn in which Robert the Bruce defeated the English king Edward II as part of the Wars of Scottish Independence. There is now a visitor centre at the site which provides a comprehensive guide to the battle and its protagonists.
Aside from history, Stirling has plenty to offer as a modern day city. With a bustling shopping precinct and a lively nightlife there is plenty to see and do for all.
Stirling is approx 40 minutes by car from the Holiday Inn Glasgow Theatreland hotel.










