5 Landmarks in Scotland
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@emilyinscotland
5 landmarks in Scotland: The Witches Well, Maggie Wall Witch Monument, Witchstone, and 2 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in an Instagram post by Emily Chalmers.
The Witches Well
Historical landmark
4.5
Discover this subtle yet powerful memorial at Castle Hill, commemorating over 300 innocent people accused of witchcraft. It offers a moment of reflection amidst Edinburgh's bustling streets.
Maggie Wall Witch Monument
Historical landmark
4.7
Visit Scotland's first known monument dedicated to an accused witch, Maggie Wall, in Dunning. This stone pillar serves as a stark reminder of historical witch trials and their victims.
Witchstone
Historical landmark
4.4
This stone marks the site of Scotland's last legal execution for witchcraft, a chilling reminder of Janet Horne's tragic fate. Reflect on the injustices of the past at this quiet historical spot.
Lilias Adie Grave
Historical landmark
4.5
Visit this historical grave, a poignant memorial to Lillias Adie, accused of witchcraft. It's a somber site reflecting a dark period in Scottish history.
The Witches Stone
Landmark
4.1
Explore the Witches Stone in Forres, a haunting reminder of a gruesome execution where an accused woman was rolled down a hill in a spiked barrel. It's a profound site for understanding a darker chapter of Scottish history.
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