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Flodden Wall

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역사·문화BY TELLBY

1Orientation

Welcome to the Flodden Wall, one of the most significant and poignant remnants of Edinburgh's medieval defenses. To understand this wall, we must travel back to the year 1513, a dark time in Scottish history. …
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2The World’s End — The Main Gate

Our journey begins at the World's End on the Royal Mile, the site of the Netherbow Port, which was once the main gate into the city of Edinburgh. The name 'World's End' is significant; for the residents of medieval Edinburgh,…
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3St. Mary’s Street — The First Standing Section

As we walk down St. Mary’s Street from the World’s End, we come to the first actual section of the Flodden Wall that is still standing. …
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4Pleasance Courtyard — The Corner Turn

Following the line of the wall down the hill, we reach the area near the Pleasance Courtyard. Here, the wall takes a sharp turn, continuing its journey around the city. …
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5Greyfriars Kirkyard — The Wall in the Graveyard

One of the most atmospheric and substantial sections of the Flodden Wall can be found within the historic Greyfriars Kirkyard. As you enter the graveyard, look to your left, and you will see a massive stone wall that forms the…
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6The Vennel Summit — Arrow Slits and Turrets

As we reach the top of the Vennel steps, we encounter what is perhaps the most visually interesting and well-preserved section of the Flodden Wall. This part of the wall features actual 'balistraria' or arrow slit windows,…
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7Grassmarket Line — The Pavement Marker

Our exploration of the Flodden Wall concludes in the Grassmarket, where the line of the wall is marked by a subtle but important feature in the pavement. As you walk across the square, look for the line of stones that cuts across…
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8Closing

As we conclude our tracing of the Flodden Wall, we are left with a powerful image of a city defined by its defenses. This wall, born from the disaster of 1513, was a physical manifestation of Edinburgh's vulnerability and its…
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