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10 Monuments & Statues in Stirling That You Shouldn't Miss
Enjoy a compelling glimpse into the epic history of Stirling and its surrounding area by going back in time at Stirling Castle, the National Wallace Monument, and the Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre. Then explore other family-friendly attractions and the vibrant, independent boutiques around the Old Town and the Victorian Stirling Arcade. And be sure to budget time to visit majestic Loch Lomond – Britain’s largest body of water – and the Trossachs National Park, just a short ride away.
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1. Statue of Robert Burns
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By craigluscar - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
The statue was the gift of Provost Bayne to his adoptive town and it was unveiled by his daughter.on the 23rd September 1914. It is a fine looking statue and has bronze panels depicting scenes from his poems ,the pedastal is Aberdeen granite and the statue is in Bronze and 12 feet high by sculptor Albert Hemstock Hodge
2. National Wallace Monument
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4.5 based on 3,560 reviews
A national hero - a national landmark. For 150 years The National Wallace Monument has been standing proudly on The Abbey Craig, outside the historic city of Stirling, and telling the thrilling story of Sir William Wallace, Patriot, Martyr, and Guardian of Scotland.
Reviewed By MiaCD - Fareham, United Kingdom
The climb up to the top of the Monument is well worth the climb and the viewing of the artifacts within are breath taking, the gift shop is reasonably priced as well, we will be back to climb those stairs again!
3. Robert the Bruce Statue
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4.5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By terryw717 - Bracknell, United Kingdom
Very impressed by the sheer size of this star and its surroundings. This area marks where Robert The Bruce planted his standard near the spot where the Scottish Patriots under his command vanquished the army of Edward 2nd of England at the Battle of Bannockburn on the 24th June 1314. The words on the plaque are so brilliant. "We fight not for glory, nor for wealth, nor honour, but only alone we fight for freedom which no good man surrender but with his life". I can but only imagine hearing these words from Robert The Bruce in preparation to go to battle, rousing is an understatement.
4. The Black Boy Fountain
5. The Barnwell Brothers Memorial
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By craigluscar - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
I have passed this statue on many occasions not knowing anything about it . I was pleasantly surprised to find a wee bit of Scotlands History celebrating the pioneering aviators Harold and Frank Barnwell . The first powered flight in Scotland was on 28/07/1909 at a site near this spot . The Brothers owned the Grampian Engineering and Motor company in Causewayhead yards from this memorial . They went on to work at Vickers Limited in these early years of flight
6. Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By macedonboy - Glasgow, United Kingdom
This monument stands in tribute to Sir Henry Campbell Bannerman, a former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom who also held other cabinet posts. A champion of liberalism, some of his legacies include the provision of free school meals for children, work and welfare reforms, and curtailing the power of the unelected House of Lords. This monument depicts Bannerman in portrait pose, wearing the robes of the Grand Order of Bat, and an exceptionally well executed sculpture.
7. George Christie Clock Tower
8. Robert The Bruce Monument
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4.0 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By hgt_wandera - Cleveland, United States
You will learn that in 1306 Robert Bruce murdered John Comyn, hid the body and crowned himself King. Lesson: Once you've crowned yourself King you cannot be tried for murder. No one really knows where the Battle of Bannockburn 100% happened. The Monument is in an excellent location where battle most certainly happened. It's in a quiet location, not too many people and the landscape is gorgeous. Good place to take your time, look around and reflect upon the tumultous history of Scotland and her quest for Independence.
9. Causewayhead Park and War memorial
10. Rob Roy McGregor Statue
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4.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By J7702BUrachelt
Cracking statue of Rob Roy below the old city walls donated to the town by a descendent.Its just a shame some idiot broke the sword blade off.I hope they replace it as Rob looks sad without it.
