The ‘Fair City’ of Perth in Scotland an ex royal burgh can be found at the head of the Tay estuary. Between the 12th and 15th centuries Perth vied with Dunfermline for the right of being the capital of the nation. In the article below I introduce three places to visit in Perth, Scotland; Elcho Castle, Scone Palace and Huntingtower Castle:
Scone Palace
Today, Scone Palace is the home of the Earls of Mansfield, and a increasingly popular attraction to tourists from across the globe. The palace of Scone is an integral part of the history of Scotland, as the Scottish kings were once crowned there. In 1306, Robert the Bruce was crowned at Scone Palace, as was Charles II when he took occupancy of the Scottish Crown in 1651. There is a beautiful and mysterious mood to the palace, which is justifiably so.At one time the site was an important gathering place of the Picts and there was also a very early Christian church there.
Elcho Castle
Located approximately 3 miles from the city of Perth, with glorious views across the River Tay, is Elcho Castle. The castle is one of the prime examples of 16th century constructions in Scotland today. The Wemyss family commissioned the building of the castle in the 1570′s. The land had been in the family since 1468, when it was consigned to them by King James III. In 1633, the leader of the family was given the titles of Earl of Wemyss and Lord Elcho. Elcho Castle and it’s lands stayed in possession of the Wemyss family until 1929. At this time, the 11th Earl of Wemyss, granted the castle to the nation of Scotland. The castle has recently been restored and is now in the care of Historic Scotland.
Huntingtower Castle
Found just west of Perth is Huntingtower Castle, a medieval pile. Although the castle is medieval in origin, it has been significantly redeveloped throughout the majoprity of it’s history. The Ruthven family were in possessison of the lands and castle from the twelth to seventeenth century. During this time the castle consisted of two separate towers, built three meters apart. When the Murray family took possession, later on in the 1600′s, they decided to merge the two towers, making the house appear more like a ordinary country manor house. The bridging work between the two towers is still rather noticeable today, both on the inside and the outside of the building.
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