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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Scott_MonumentScott Monument - Wikipedia

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   The Scott Monument is a Victorian Gothic monument to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott. It is the second-largest monument to a writer in the world after the José Martí monument in Havana. [1] It stands in Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh , opposite the former Jenners building on Princes Street and near Edinburgh Waverley Railway Station ...

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3. www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk › venue › scott-monumentScott Monument | Museums and Galleries Edinburgh

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   Visit the largest monument to a writer in the world and enjoy the stunning views of Edinburgh from the third floor viewing platform. Learn about Scott's life, legacy and the monument's history and architecture on a guided tour or in the museum room.

4. www.tripadvisor.com › Attraction_Review-g186525-dScott Monument - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

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   Inaugurated in 1846, Scott Monument is a Gothic monument built in honour of the Scottish writer Sir Walter Scott. The tower, on Princes Street, is blackish in colour giving it an eerie beauty and helping it to stand out in the Princes Street Gardens and wider urban landscape in which it sits.

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   • Location: E. Princes St Gardens

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5. ewh.org.uk › the-scott-monumentThe Scott Monument - Edinburgh World Heritage

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   Learn about the history, design and cultural significance of the Scott Monument, a Gothic masterpiece dedicated to Sir Walter Scott. Explore the monument's ornate features, the story of the writer and the city views from its top.

6. outaboutscotland.com › the-scott-monumentThe Scott Monument Visitor Guide | Edinburgh New Town

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   Learn about the world's largest monument to a writer, Sir Walter Scott, and climb its 287 steps for panoramic views of Edinburgh. Find out the history, opening hours, admission price and nearby attractions of this Gothic tower in Princes Street Gardens.

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7. edinburgh.org › point-of-interest › scott-monumentScott Monument - Forever Edinburgh

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   Learn about the world's largest tribute to a writer, Sir Walter Scott, and climb its 221 steps for stunning views of Edinburgh. Find out about the monument's history, design, museum and accessibility.

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   What is the Scott Monument?

   • The Scott Monument is a Victorian Gothic monument to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott. It is the second-largest monument to a writer in the world after the José Martí monument in Havana.

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   What time is the Scott Monument open?

   • The Scott Monument is closed daily for lunch 12:30pm-1:45pm. On the death of Sir Walter Scott in 1832, the great and good of the city came together to agree on a fitting monument to this outstanding Scottish literary figure. In 1836, an architectural competition was launched, inviting designs for an appropriate memorial.

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   Why was the Scott Memorial built?

   • A unique emblem of the city, it was constructed to a winning design by George Meikle Kemp as part of a competition for a suitable memorial to Scott commissioned by the city following the author’s death in 1836. Construction began in 1840.

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   Where is the Scott Monument in Edinburgh?

   • Standing proudly in Princes Street Gardens, the Scott Monument is one of the most iconic Edinburgh landmarks, a must-visit for tourists and locals alike. Dedicated to Sir Walter Scott, it is one of the largest monuments to a writer anywhere in the world.

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9. www.visitscotland.com › info › see-doScott Monument, Edinburgh – Monuments & Ruins | VisitScotland

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   Discover more details about Scott Monument including opening times, photos and more. On the death of Sir Walter Scott in 1832, the great and good of the city came together to agree on a fitting monument to this outstanding Scottish literary figure.