As a city that has old age, so one location that should be visited as a tourist attraction is the Stirling Castle, Stirling City is located in the center, towering on a hill. From the castle we can see a panorama of Stirling City is located in the vicinity, where on one side of the City of Fort River lengthwise. The building was built by King David I in 1130, whose function is to be stronghold of the enemy's attack. A visit to the location of this fort is one of the obligatory tourist attraction. Location and shape of the building of this castle which was built with sturdy on top of a hill, reminds the author in a castle located in the city of Edinburgh, namely the Edinburgh Castle. Because of its strategic position, the location of this fort can be seen from all corners of the town of Stirling.
Throughout the history of the establishment, noted that the castle was once surrounded and attacked 16 times. The fort is a silent witness of the battle and fight to defend the city of Stirling from enemy attack, thousands of soldiers became victims. The most spectacular one is fighting a battle led by William Wallace against the English troops. Moreover also the old fort is the site for baptisms procession of queens and kings of Scotland, or given a crown, and even died in or around Stirling.
The building consists of Stirling Castle The Great Hall, built between the years 1501 and 1504 by King James IV. Then the King's old building, is the highest building, the construction carried out by James IV in 1496. Buildings Palace (The Palace), built by King James V year since 1538 to the end after he died in 1542, currently the location of the palace was closed temporarily due to renovations until 2011. In addition there are other buildings in the fort, among others, the Chapel Royal, built in 1594 by King James VI, which is used for the baptism of his son Prince Henry. Inside the fort site cafe and shop are also available for visitors who want to buy various souvenirs typical of Stirling or just relax enjoying a cup of tea or coffee warm.
Travel to Stirling Old Town, will be more complete if Wellace opportunity to visit monuments located in the northern part of Stirling. Building this monument is very clear from the various corners of the city because in the wake of one of the hill town of Stirling. This monument was built as a tribute to William Wallace who successfully led the Scots in one major battle, where Scotland (under the impression William Wallace) defeated the British in the struggle for Scottish independence, besides in this monument can find complete information about the Battle of Stirling Bridge and important people of Scotland. From this location we can also see the beauty panorama of the city of Stirling from various angles.
If we want to visit the town of Stirling, then we can travel overland from London - Stirling. However, when air transportation, we must first fly from London or some other European countries to the City of Edinburgh or Glasgow City. Meanwhile, from Glasgow and Edinburgh to the City of Stirling can be reached using overland transportation routes either car or train, is the furthest distance traveled from London to take about eight hours, while the Edinburgh City mileage is only about 50 minutes, or from the City of Glasgow with travel time around 30 minutes. When using a train journey from London or the bus, then we will enjoy a drastic change in the atmosphere. City of London that the metropolis, busy and crowded, past the panoramic mountains, valleys, lakes and countryside with a green and quiet atmosphere. For the location of stay, available many hostels, lodge, hotel yasmin class up to five-star hotel. While the cheapest means of transportation for a trip to Stirling, Train or bus lane use.
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