The National Monument of Scotland, on Calton Hill in Edinburgh, is Scotland's national memorial to the Scottish soldiers and sailors who died fighting in the Napoleonic Wars. [1][2] It was …

Calton Hill and the National Monument are situated in Central Edinburgh, east of Edinburgh's New Town. Marked as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Calton Hill has some of the city's best …

Calton Hill (/ ˈ k ɔː l t ən /; Scottish Gaelic: Cnoc Coilltinn) is a hill in central Edinburgh, Scotland, situated beyond the east end of Princes Street and included in the city's UNESCO World …

National Monument. The National Monument commemorates the Scottish soldiers who died during the Napoleonic Wars of 1803-1815. The foundation stone was laid on 27 August 1822 …

The Nelson Monument is a commemorative tower in honour of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson, located in Edinburgh, Scotland. It is situated on top of Calton Hill, and provides a dramatic …

The National Monument, a commanding neoclassical structure on Calton Hill, stands as a tribute to the fallen soldiers of the Napoleonic Wars. Inspired by the Parthenon in Athens, this …

Feb 26, 2025 · Calton Hill is a must-visit attraction in Edinburgh. Follow our guide to discover the best viewpoints and historic monuments on Calton Hill.

Mar 21, 2025 · It was the Highland Society of Scotland's idea to construct a memorial to Scottish Napoleonic War soldiers, specifically on Calton Hill overlooking Edinburgh. Thomas Bruce, …

Dec 20, 2024 · All info about visiting the famous Calton Hill with beautiful views of Edinburgh city and with the unfinished national monument. It's easy to get to the Calton Hill viewpoint. You …

The views from the summit of Calton Hill are as stunning as its monuments and in our opinion, Calton Hill is worth visiting both in the day and at dusk to admire the city in all its glory. Calton …