Things to do in Gleneagles

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Photo by Angela Newlands
Photo "Gleneagles" by Carol Wyatt (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
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1. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park offer some of the most spectacular scenery in the country, just a 1-hour drive north of Glasgow. The villages in the area are steeped in history and legend, and locally sourced food takes pride of place at many of the local restaurants.
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Visit this Scottish national park to hike through ancient woodlands, relax on the shore of the largest body of freshwater in Britain and enjoy local produce.

2. Stirling Castle

Overlooking the town from an extinct volcanic crag, the imposing Stirling Castle was the seat of Scottish kings and rulers for many centuries. The landmark, dominating every view of the area, is equally impressive inside, with brightly colored rooms perfectly preserved to give visitors an insight into the lives of Scotland's past monarchs. Learn about their births, marriages and deaths through interactive exhibits and informative displays.
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Stirling Castle featuring a castle and heritage elements

3. Scone Palace

Scone Palace has been inextricably linked to Scotland’s history for centuries, serving as the capital of a Pictish Kingdom, and later as a religious center and the coronation site for generations of Scottish monarchs. Explore rooms filled with antique French furniture, valuable porcelain and fine portraits. Walk around the palace’s superb grounds, which encompass a woodland, a butterfly garden and an unusual maze.
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Scone Palace which includes a castle, heritage elements and heritage architecture

4. The Kelpies

Marvel at the power and scale of The Kelpies, two spectacular statues that sit on the edge of Falkirk. The sculptures are of two horse heads, which loom an impressive 98 feet (30 meters) high and represent both Celtic mythology and Scotland’s horse-powered past. While visiting this impressive art installation, explore the rest of Helix Park, which features cycle paths, watersports and expansive parkland.
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Grangemouth which includes outdoor art

5. National Wallace Monument

The National Wallace Monument is a tower of Gothic Revival design atop the Abbey Craig hilltop. It is a shrine to the iconic Scottish hero Sir William Wallace, a leader of the Wars of Scottish Independence. The statue, which was constructed in 1869, is a major symbol of Scottish national identity and pride. Gaze up at the 220-foot (67-meter) sandstone tower that marks the spot where Wallace allegedly watched the preparations of the English Army.
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National Wallace Monument which includes interior views and a monument

6. Doune Castle

Doune Castle is a partially ruined medieval structure in the Stirling countryside. It stands atop a hill with a commanding view of a pleasant area of forests and rivers. Admire the well-preserved halls, courtyard and tower rising above the surrounding region.
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Doune Castle which includes a castle and heritage elements

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