The Bear Gates at Traquair House
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The Bear Gates at Traquair House
Image: © Euan Nelson Taken: 20 Apr 2006
Erected in 1738 by Charles, 5th Earl of Traquair, who, after receiving a visit from Bonnie Prince Charlie during the 1745 uprising, vowed that they would remain closed until the restoration of the Stewart dynasty.
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Image Location
Latitude
55.605363
Longitude
-3.071203