Situated midway between Stirling and Edinburgh, Linlithgow Palace has been a favourite home to Kings and Queens of Scots since the 12th century, when David I decreed the Town of Linlithgow to be a 'Royal domaine with a residence and a church dedicated to Saint Michael'. This rich lowland country was one the Scottish crown most profitable lordships and would, through many centuries, provide the annual income of several Kings' consorts.
As you walk round the ruins of this old Stewart Palace you have a sense of disbelief that so much of it is intact that it wouldn't have been impossible to spend some money and restore it to it's former glory. It is awesome as you walk through the rooms and old hall to the kitchen, then the fountain and the views are just tremendous.
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The gates and the splendid Linlithgow Palace
The side entrance and fountain with the Stewart Unicorn
