- Discover the fascinating history and breathtaking views from the top of Scott Monument. Plan your visit to this iconic landmark and immerse yourself in the rich...
- The Scott Monument is a Victorian Gothic monument to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott. It is the second-largest monument to a writer in the world after the...
- Under the imposing 200ft-high sandstone structure of the monument itself, there’s a large statue of Scott seated, sculpted by Sir John Steell in Italian marble.
- Have you climbed 287steps to the top of the Scott Monument. The Monument was built in 1844 and cost £16,154 Let Great Travel Images show you around.
- Scott Monument Edinburgh Memorial Building. Commemorative Structure for Sir Walter Scott, Princes Street, New Town, Edinburgh.
- The monument was constructed after his death. Unlike many great artists, Scott didn’t have to wait until his death for fame, he was popular during his lifetime.
- Upon Scott's death in 1832, an architectural competition was launched to build a monument in his honour.
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- This dramatic monument is the largest to any writer in the world, and commemorates Sir Walter Scott.
- Almost inevitably views on the Scott Monument were mixed. Charles Dickens said, “I am sorry to report the Scott Monument is a failure.