Scotland’s Living History

stirling: scotland's living historyThe historical sense is enhanced by the program of events on the living history of Stirling, which is centered around the old city jail, where you can experience, first hand, life in a Victorian prison.

The tower that is located outside the prison in Stirling, was transformed, according to traditional work methods to become a venue that welcomes all kinds of events related to arts and music. Thus, it serves to Stirling artistic reference point, which you can see performances and street theater, offering visitors, the living history of the medieval city watches you.

Very near the prison and the tower is the Stirling Visitor Centre, where you can enjoy an amazing journey through 1000 years of history of Stirling. Read the rest of this entry »

stirling: scotland's living history

The city of Stirling has been a major actor in the turbulent history of Scotland during the past 700 years, and for this and many other things, seems to us rather than a must for those of you who are visiting or live in Scotland and, willingly learn more in depth the historical evolution that has followed this wonderful country.

The name comes from the Gaelic Sruighlea Stirling and is situated in central Scotland. The city was formed by an ancient village, based around Stirling Castle and the old medieval center. Read the rest of this entry »