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Palace of Holyroodhouse
The Palace of Holyroodhouse, commonly referred to as Holyrood
Palace, is the official residence of the monarch in Scotland. The
palace stands at the bottom of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, at the
opposite end to Edinburgh Castle. Holyrood Palace is the setting for
state ceremonies and official entertaining.
Holyrood Abbey was founded by David I, King of Scots in 1128, and
Holyrood Palace has served as the principal residence of the Kings and
Queens of Scots since the 15th century. Queen Elizabeth II spends one
week in residence at Holyrood Palace at the beginning of each summer,
where she carries out a range of official engagements and ceremonies.
Photo 819, May 2011
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Palace of Holyroodhouse
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Palace of Holyroodhouse
fountain
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Palace of Holyroodhouse
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Palace of Holyroodhouse
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Palace of Holyroodhouse
Gate
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Palace of Holyroodhouse
Fountain in front of Holyrodhouse
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Palace of Holyroodhouse
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