1)Falkirk
Town in Scotland
The Falkirk Wheel
The Falkirk Wheel is a must-see! This unique rotating boat lift is a marvel of engineering. 🥰🥰allowing you to see the wheel in action. The visitor center is informative, and the staff are friendly and helpful. The surrounding area is beautiful 😍 Located only 5 minutes from the Kelpies the Falkirk Wheel. absolutely amazing! must see in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
About The Falkirk Wheel 👇
The world’s only rotating boat lift, The Falkirk Wheel links the Forth & Clyde Canal to the Union Canal 35 metres above, allowing vessels to sail through the sky thanks to a unique fusion of art and engineering - and the same power it would take to boil eight kettles.
Transforming the contaminated site of a former tar works, The Falkirk Wheel opened in 2002 and replaced a flight of 11 locks that once stepped the Union Canal down to the level of the Forth & Clyde, more than 100 feet below. Whereas weary travellers once had a day’s heavy work opening and closing 44 lock gates to complete the journey between the two canals, The Falkirk Wheel allows vessels to transit between the two waterways in just a few minutes.
Now one of Scotland’s busiest tourist attractions, The Falkirk Wheel attracts around 500,000 visitors each year. The Wheel has transformed Falkirk into a key tourism destination, with visitors traveling from all over the world to marvel at the working sculpture which combines modern engineering and technology with ancient principles set out by Archimedes more than 2000 years ago.
When one of the structure’s gondolas is lowered, the opposite one rises, keeping the vast, 1800 tonne boat lift in perfect balance as it carries canal barges 35 metres into the air in a matter of minutes. Incredibly, the structure uses just 1.5kWh for each rotation
2.) The Kelpies
Sculpture in Grangemouth, Scotland
The Kelpies are absolutely breathtaking! These massive sculptures are even more impressive in person-their size and detail are incredible. The way they reflect the light, especially at sunset or when lit up at night, makes them look almost magical. Every time I visit, I’m in awe of their grandeur and the artistry behind them. Definitely a must-see if you’re in the area!
The Kelpies’ name reflects the mythological transforming beasts that possess the strength and endurance of 100 horses; a quality that’s analogous with the transformational change of the area’s landscapes, endurance of its inland waterways and the strength of its communities. You can visit The Helix: Home of the Kelpies free of charge any time of the day, 365 days of the year. The area around the massive sculptures has been designed to give access for all, meaning everyone can come and see them up close. You can even go inside a Kelpie on a tour for an exclusive look at their engineering and ingenuity. Don’t forget to round off your trip at the visitor centre where there is a gift shop, cafe and more information on The Kelpies themselves.
3.) Edinburgh
Capital of Scotland
There's not many places in the world you can visit a place like Edinburgh castle - much less a place that is also still in active military use. Tons of things to look at and read about, and the entire castle is just incredible to experience
Edinburgh Castle is one of the most exciting historic sites in Western Europe. Set in the heart of Scotland's dynamic capital city, it is sure to capture your imagination. The scenery will take your breath away.
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