Stirling

United Kingdom / Scotland / Stirling /

Population 41,243 (2001).
One of the principal royal strongholds of the Kingdom of Scotland, Stirling was created a Royal burgh by King David I in 1130. The city is clustered around a large fortress and mediæval old-town. It is a centre for local government, higher education, retail, and light industry.
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Coordinates:   56°6'56"N   3°56'21"W

Comments

  • I wonder if many people from Paisley come to Stirling?
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