The Heartbreak Palace of Mary, Queen of Scots 💔👑
Standing proudly at the eastern end of the Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace isn't just a royal residence - it's where Scottish history comes alive with all its drama and passion! From medieval abbey to royal palace, these walls have witnessed: • Coronations of Scottish monarchs 👑 • Political murders 🔪 • Royal love affairs 💘 • And even hosted Queen Elizabeth II's final journey in 2022 📜 Timeline of Intrigue: 1128 - Founded as Holyrood Abbey by David I 1498 - Transformed into a royal palace by James IV 1566 - Mary Queen of Scots' secretary Rizzio murdered before her eyes 2022 - Queen Elizabeth II's coffin lay in state here 🎟️ Plan Your Visit: 💻 rct.uk 🕒 Nov-Mar: 9:30am-4:30pm | Apr-Oct: 9:30am-6pm 💰 Online tickets: £21 (adult) £13.5 (18-24) £10.5 (5-17) 📸 No indoor photography | Free multilingual audio guides 🔍 Must-See Highlights: 🏰 State Apartments - Baroque splendor from the 1600s 👑 Mary's Bedroom - See where she witnessed Rizzio's murder (bloodstain still marked!) 🖼️ Great Gallery - 89 portraits of Scottish royalty ⛪ Abbey Ruins - Romantic 12th-century ruins open to sky 🌹 Palace Gardens - Perfect for contemplative strolls 💡 Insider Tips: • Visit at opening time for fewer crowds • Combine with walking the Royal Mile • Look for Mary's secret staircase • The Queen's Gallery exhibits change annually #ScottishHistory #RoyalResidences #MaryQueenOfScots #EdinburghLandmarks #HistoricScotland #PalaceSecrets #BritishMonarchy #TravelUK #CastleLovers #ArchitecturePhotography #DarkTourism #RoyalMile #VisitScotland #TimeTravel #HiddenHistory