The Contour Canal
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The Contour Canal
Image: © Jim Barton Taken: 25 Sep 2013
A plaque showing part of the Union Canal route which keeps to the 73m (240 foot) contour for its 50km length from Edinburgh to Falkirk. Opened in 1822, its lack of locks meant for speedier transport of goods, mainly coal and other minerals to the capital.
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Image Location
Latitude
55.923277
Longitude
-3.386097