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August 18th 2022

Published: December 2nd 2022

On August 18 we drove south of Edinburgh to visit Rosslyn Chapel and Traquair. Rosslyn Chapel, built in the15th century, was originally going to be part of a large cathedral but the Earl who was having it constructed died and his heirs did not continue the project. It is now famous because part of The da Vinci Code was filmed there. It is known for its gargoyles and interior stone sculptures. Tra... Read Full Entry

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2nd December 2022

Mary Ann
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Hidden religious items from when Henry VIII and Elizabeth I times?

2nd December 2022

WilliamAtkins
William Atkins

The Scottish Reformation in 1560 abolished Catholic ecclesiastical structures and rendered Catholic practice illegal in Scotland. Henry VIII's reign ended in 1547. This house had a small chapel that could be hidden if authorities arrived.

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