- In the centre of Edinburgh's Princes Street gardens stands one of the grandest man-made landmarks in Europe - the Scott Monument.
- (Not everybody was a fan of the monument - Charles Dickens, after visiting Edinburgh in 1847, wrote: "I am sorry to report the Scott Monument a failure.
- Explore the iconic Scott Monument in Edinburgh and learn about its rich history and stunning architecture.
- The Scott Monument in Edinburgh rises above the city at 200 feet and 6 inches tall and was nicknamed “The Gothic Rocket” by American Author Bill Bryson.
- Scott Monument Edinburgh Memorial Building. Commemorative Structure for Sir Walter Scott, Princes Street, New Town, Edinburgh.
- Scott’s former home at Abbotsford, near Melrose in the Scottish Borders is now a visitor attraction. Waverley Bridge and Scott Monument, Edinburgh.
- As per usual, I close my eyes and focus on the first thing that pops up. This time, it’s the fabulously Gothic Scott monument in Edinburgh.
- Beautiful views over Edinburgh from the Scott Monument on Princes Street.
- Scott Monument, Edinburgh (must see). Sir Walter Scott was perhaps Scotland’s best-loved poet and novelist, so it is only natural that the nation wanted to pay...