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Stirling is dominated by its impressive castle, perched on a 76m (250-ft.) basalt rock that was formed by the Rivers Forth and Clyde and the relatively small parcel of land between them. The ancient town of Stirling, on the main east-west route across Scotland, grew up around the castle. It lies in the heart of an area so turbulent in Scottish history it was called the "cockpit of Scotland." (Here "cockpit" refers to the pit where male chickens would be forced to engage in cockfights.) One memorable battle fought here was the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314, when Robert I (the Bruce) defeated the army of Edward II of England and gained Scotland its independence. Another was the Battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297.
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AttractionsStirling Castle
Upper Castle Hill
Stirling, United Kingdom Distance: 0.4 mi. (from destination center) Description: There are traces of a 7th-century royal habitation of the Stirling area, and on the right bank... Read More
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Museum of Transport
Kelvin Hall
1 Bunhouse Rd Glasgow, United Kingdom Distance: 22.3 mi. (from destination center) Description: This museum contains a collection of all forms of transportation and related technology.... Read More
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Botanic Gardens
Great Western Rd
Glasgow, United Kingdom Distance: 21.8 mi. (from destination center) Description: Glasgow's Botanic Gardens are not as extensive or exemplary as the Royal Botanic Gardens in... Read More
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Stirling Vacation Rentals from:
Castle View House: Overlooking the Castle
Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 7 Sleeps: 14
Amenities: Garage, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Private Parking, TV
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Scott Cottage
Bedrooms: 3
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: BBQ, CD Player, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Full kitchen, Laundry, Oven, Pets OK, Phone, Stereo, TV, Toaster, Towels, Woodburning Stove
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Lubnaig Cottage
Bedrooms: 3
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, DVD Player, Freezer, Full kitchen, Laundry, No Pets, Non-Smoking, TV, Towels
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