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Caerlaverock Castle, Scotland

Today, I spent an enjoyable couple of hours visiting Caerlaverock Castle near the Solway Firth on the Scottish side of the England-Scotland border.

Caerlaverock Castle, Scotland

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Flags at Sanquhar, Scotland

This evening, I am posting information on the historic small town of Sanquhar which lies directly south of Glasgow in Upper Nithsdale, Dumfries and Galloway. Directly south is the Scottish Borders region. The area comprising Sanquhar has a long history of human occupation, dating back to Roman times and beyond. An important castle was constructed here in the 12th century. In 1598 King James VI assigned Sanquhar Royal Burgh status.

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Drumlanrig Castle, Scotland

 

This evening, I am posting information on Drumlanrig Castle following my visit there today.

The Castle is located about 90 mins drive directly south of Glasgow, near Sanquhar on the A76. Key information:

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