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With a rich and regal history, this town today is quite progressive, offering a fresh atmosphere, fun activities, and an air of calm.

Linlithgow is a royal burgh in West Lothian, Scotland. An ancient town, it lies south of its two most prominent landmarks: Linlithgow Palace and Linlithgow Loch, and north of the Union Canal. The chief historic attraction of Linlithgow is the remains of Linlithgow Palace, the birthplace of James V and Mary, Queen of Scots, and probably Scotland's finest surviving late medieval secular building. The present Palace was started (on an older site) in 1424 by James I of Scotland. It was burnt in 1746, and, whilst unroofed, it is still largely complete in terms of its apartments.

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Linlithgow, United Kingdom

Linlithgow by Alistair McMillan

With a rich and regal history, this town today is quite progressive, offering a fresh atmosphere, fun activities, and an air of calm.
Historic Center, Linlithgow

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Roam the medieval streets while admiring the homes and businesses interspersed with several notable landmarks.
St. Michael's Parish Church, Linlithgow

St Michael Church, Linlithgow by Paula J Andrews

Dating to the 16C, this church boasts a turbulent history, as well as many later architectural additions and nice views of the town.
Linlithgow Palace

Linlithgow Palace by Alistair McMillan

The site of occasional festivals, this 15C palace is now a lovely historic attraction with grounds perfect for a picnic.

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