The Wallace Tower
Introduction
The photograph on this page of The Wallace Tower by Mary and Angus Hogg as part of the Geograph project.
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The Wallace Tower
Image: © Mary and Angus Hogg Taken: 24 Oct 2008
Built in 1834, the tower occupies the site of an older structure. Originally named after a local family who formerly owned the tower, it now commemorates the "Guardian of Scotland", William Wallace. For a closer look at the fine statue, see Image (Sources: Information plaque, and "Ayr Stories" by Dane Love.)
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Image Location
Latitude
55.462019
Longitude
-4.629456