Scottish castles. Performed by Egor Strizhkov 7 A class
Edinburgh Castle. The oldest part, St Margaret's Chapel, dates from the 12 th century. The castle houses the Crown Jewels of Scotland the National War Museum of Scotland.
Glamis Castle is the legendary setting for Shakespeare's Macbeth, the childhood home of Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother and the birthplace of Princess Margaret.
• The gardens surrounding Glamis Castle are beautiful all year round. At Glamis you have the opportunity to see a wide variety of flora & fauna.
Dunvegan Castle
• Built on a rock in an idyllic loch side setting, Dunvegan Castle is the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland has been the home of Clan Mac. Leod for 800 years. • On display are many fine oil paintings and clan treasures, the most famous of which is the Fairy Flag. Legend has it that this sacred banner has miraculous powers and the clan Mac. Leod defeated their enemies.
Cawdor Castle. According to legend, the castle is built around a thorn tree dating from 1372, which visitors can still see today. There are three beautiful gardens, the Cawdor Big Wood and a 9 -hole golf course. The castle also has a gift shop, book shop and wool shop, in addition to a restaurant.
Fyvie Castle The oldest part of the castle still stands today, dating from the 13 th century, which houses a great wheel staircase, the finest in Scotland. There is a fine collection of arms and armour. The 18 th-century walled garden has Scottish fruits and vegetables.
Newark Castle in Port Glasgow built by George Maxwell in the 15 th century in a most elegant style.
Stirling Castle is one of Scotland's most historically important sites and was once a favourite residence of the Stewart kings and queens who held grand celebrations at the castle.
Families can have fun in the palace vaults where children can try out activities such as dressing in period costume and playing medieval instruments. There are beautiful gardens. Costumed performers bring history to life.
Questions. 1) What can you see in Edinburgh Castle? 2) What is Glamis Castle famous for? 3) Does anybody live in Dunvegan Castle nowadays? 4) Which castle is near the port of Glasgow? 5) Which castle was the residence of the Stewart kings?
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