Mind the rabbit holes

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November 1st 2006

Published: November 1st 2006

“Don’t fall off the cliff… it’s my day off today and I drink on my day off!” exclaimed the coast guard. This chance meeting with one of Scotland’s finest began our first venture outside of Aberdeen. The destination: Dunnottar Castle. The journey was not to be taken lightly… and certainly after the warning from our friend the coast guard had us wondering what we were getting ourselves... Read Full Entry

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Justin & Leigh

Scottish_Monkeys

Hey everyone!! Welcome to our blog for our time here in Aberdeen! As many of you know we had a blog while travelling in Australia and we are back with another one by popular demand. We truly enjoy that many of you like to follow our adventures with us so we are happy to create this blog for all our enjoyment! As you know, Justin and I are studying - postgrad here in Aberdeen, Scotland - at the University of Aberdeen. Justin is studying a Master of Research in Health Psychology and I am studying a Master of Laws in Human Rights. We live on campus, with the granite buildings and co... full info

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Castle Cave

A quite large cave entrance to the other side of the cliff (to the water). I think they used this to gain access to their ships.

First Castle ever!

Leigh's a big geek, she's really excited!

Been there done that!

Here's a view (from the castle) of the cliff walk we did to get to the Castle. You can the fence line.

Dunnottar Castle

All that is left of this building is the outer frame - including the fireplace which you can see outlined behind Justin.

Dunnottar Castle

The Chapel

Dunnottar Castle

View from the Castle

Dunnottar Castle

Justin - checking out the ceiling and trying to feel like a powerful royal king!!

Dunnottar Castle

The ceiling

Dunnottar Castle

In honour....

Dunnottar Castle

Ruins...

1st November 2006

David
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Beware Of Visitors
If you keep this up, the descriptions, photos and all, you may end up with visitors from a far off land invading your space. More precisely .... ME !!!

1st November 2006

Lady Jane
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God Bless Yas.....
The scenery is absolutely beautiful!! Stonehaven Harbor was my favorite. Even though the cliffs up the the castle are lovely, my cheeks are aching just thinking about walking that trail. Until next time...Jane

2nd November 2006

Brian
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Rabbit holes!!!!!!!!!
Beautiful scenery and trails. Just a brisk walk to clear your heads. At least Leigh didn't step in a rabbit hole, but did you see any rabbits.

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