Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Historic Sites in Scotland, Wales & England
Old Stirling Bridge, Scotland - Scotland's Old Stirling Bridge was built of sandstone in about 1400, replacing a previous wooden span made famous by its critical role in the Battle of Stirling in 1297.
A hill fort in Llangollen, Wales - it was a part of Offa's Dyke.
The Round Tower, Middle Ward, Windsor Castle is the oldest part of the castle, being a traditional motte and bailey started during the reign of William the Conqueror. Prince Rupert had apartments here for many years, conducting scientific experiments on the upper floors during the Restoration.
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