A tour around Holyrood Palace, the official residence of the Queen. The palace also houses a museum and has an interesting history that dates back to Mary Queen of Scots.

Background

Located right at the end of the Royal Mile, the Palace of Holyrood House is a sight that could not be missed. As well as being seen from many of the city's vantage points, the palace had been through some turbulent times. From its beginnings as a monastery, becoming a primary residence for Mary, Queen of Scots and being used by Bonnie Prince Charlie as headquarters during the 1745 uprising, Holyrood House has really withstood the test of time, and its many galleries, rooms, apartments and halls bear evidence of this. More significantly for myself, this was one place where I learnt even more about the struggle between England and Scotland and what makes them both truly unique.

Outside the palace are the main gardens where a view of Holyrood Park and Arthur's seat could be seen. There are also ruins of the Chapel Royal, one of the first structures of the palace which sits right next to the palace. Looking around the structure, it never ceases to amaze me, or anyone, as I examined the flying butresses and the main abbey window. If the chapel had survived the uprising, it probably could have been quite grand. Just my opinion anyway...

Technical

Canon EOS 300V with 28-90mm 75-300mm USM lense and Fuji NPH 400 film. Canon A20 Powershot Digital Camera.

Links

The Palace of Holyroodhouse - Official Site