This kind of creation and construction, both long and modern, makes Edinburgh proud.
This kind of creation and construction, both long and modern, makes Edinburgh proud.
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The historical features of the Scots
The historical features of the Scots are only reflected in the ancient cannons, city walls, war memorials and museums on the castle. A veritable "knives and guns are put into storage, horses are released to Nanshan". In the era of pursuing peace and development, what we can touch and feel is the creation and construction of a civilization.
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But this kind of historical character and traditional spirit
But this kind of historical character and traditional spirit, we seem to have no way to experience it now. Various weapons and military uniforms since the Middle Ages, the 5-foot-long rare giant sword, can only be displayed as exhibits in the castle. The famous cannon made in Belgium in the 15th century, after more than 200 battles, is now Can only be housed in the cellars of Edinburgh Castle.
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In the long history of fighting between Scotland and England
In the long history of fighting between Scotland and England, the strong and unyielding spirit of Edinburgh people reflects the spirit of the whole Scotsman.
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Edinburgh Castle
Because of this, it has experienced many pains and vicissitudes, political and military struggles, so that it has always been in a central role.
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Edinburgh was once the political and cultural center of Scotland
Edinburgh was once the political and cultural center of Scotland, a status that no ancient castle ever had.
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Edinburgh is undoubtedly the strongest, most dangerous and most difficult to conquer fortress.
In the sense of ancient warfare, Edinburgh is undoubtedly the strongest, most dangerous and most difficult to conquer fortress.
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Edinburgh Castle is built on top of an extinct volcanic rock
Edinburgh Castle is built on top of an extinct volcanic rock 135 meters above sea level, with a slope on one side and cliffs on three sides. This is also unmatched by other ancient castles.
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What makes Edinburgh Castle most proud of the Scots
What makes Edinburgh Castle most proud of the Scots is the political and cultural position of Edinburgh Castle.
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The charm of Edinburgh lies in its old age
The charm of Edinburgh lies in its old age. Edinburgh Castle became the fortress of the Scottish royal family in the 6th century, more than 200 years earlier than Leeds Castle in England, more than 400 years earlier than Windsor Castle, and more than 600 years earlier than Heidelberg Castle in Germany.
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Edinburgh Castle is an important symbol of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Castle is an important symbol of Edinburgh. The city of Edinburgh's coat of arms features the image of Edinburgh Castle. The annual Edinburgh Military Exercise is also held in front of Edinburgh Castle.
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There is a military museum in the castle
There is a military museum in the castle, which displays various objects and records the military history of Scotland, Britain and Europe.
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It has been a military base since the 17th century and is currently owned by Historic Scotland
It has been a military base since the 17th century and is currently owned by Historic Scotland, with troops still stationed on the castle.
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Most of the castle's buildings were destroyed
Most of the castle's buildings were destroyed during the Lang Siege in the 16th century, but a few survived the siege, most notably St. Margaret's Chapel, built in the early 12th century.
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The castle is now open to the public,
The castle is now open to the public, and some of the buildings within it are also accessible to tourists. It is one of Scotland's most popular tourist attractions, welcoming more than 1.2 million visitors each year from all over the world.
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The castle was a Scottish royal castle from the 12th century to the 16th century AD
The castle was a Scottish royal castle from the 12th century to the 16th century AD and witnessed many wars in Scotland.
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Edinburgh Castle remains an important symbol of Scotland.
Edinburgh Castle has since become an important royal residence and national administrative center. It has been one of the important royal castles in the United Kingdom until the Middle Ages. Until the completion of the Palace of Holyroodhouse in the early 16th century, it replaced Edinburgh Castle as the royal family's castle. The main residence, but Edinburgh Castle remains an important symbol of Scotland.
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Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle can be seen from all corners of the city center because it is located on the top of the extinct volcano granite.
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Edinburgh Castle became a royal fortress in the 6th century.
Edinburgh Castle became a royal fortress in the 6th century. Queen Margaret died here in 1093. Edinburgh Castle has since become an important royal residence and national administrative center.
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Anyone who travels to Edinburgh will not miss Edinburgh Castle
Anyone who travels to Edinburgh will not miss Edinburgh Castle, which can be seen from all corners of the city center. Edinburgh Castle became a royal fortress in the 6th century, and Edinburgh Castle has since become an important royal residence and national administrative center.
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Edinburgh Castle is a symbol of the spirit of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Castle is a symbol of the spirit of Edinburgh and even Scotland. It stands on the top of the extinct volcanic rock and overlooks the city of Edinburgh. Every August, the Military Tattoo is held here, which shows the solemn and majestic atmosphere of Edinburgh Castle.
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