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Devil's Pulpit

A strange rock with a sinister reputation lurks within the crimson waters of this Scottish glen.

Stirling, Scotland

Doon Hill and Fairy Knowe

This enchanting hill is home to fairy lore and a sinister local mystery.

Stirling, Scotland

Beheading Stone

Legend says this rock was once a chopping block for public executions.

Stirling, Scotland

Martyrs' Memorial

A striking glass tribute to two sisters who suffered during Scotland's "Killing Time."

Stirling, Scotland

Grave Robbing Headstone

A grave marker depicting a body snatching tableau on a 19th-century tombstone.

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Bridge of Allan, Scotland

Ben Gunn's Cave

A carved bench marks the Scottish cave that inspired the classic adventure novel "Treasure Island."

3 miles from Stirling

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Leighton Library

The oldest library in Scotland was built from the remains of a church to hold a churchman's library.

5 miles from Stirling

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