"Dunfermline: Walking Through Scottish History" Top 5 Page for this destination Dunfermline by Tom_Fields

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Dunfermline's palace and abbey - Dunfermline
Dunfermline's palace and abbey
Dunfermline

This is one of Scotland's most historic towns. Once the capital of Scotland, it is famous for its medieval abbey, ruined palace, and the Abbot's House museum. It is also the birthplace of the steel magnate Andrew Carnegie.

Dunfermline is only a short rail journey from Edinburgh. It is an excellent day outing.

What does "Dunfermline" Mean?
The remnant of Dunfermline's old fort - Dunfermline

The remnant of Dunfermline's old fort

The river here makes a sharp bend around a hill, creating a natural defensive strong point. Like Durham and Shrewsbury in England, the town began as a fort. The name comes from old Gaelic, and means a bend in the river.

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  • Pros:Centuries of history
  • In a nutshell:While staying in Edinburgh, come check it out
  • Last visit to Dunfermline: Jul 2001
  • Intro Written Mar 21, 2006
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The Andrew Carnegie birthplace - Dunfermline Andrew Carnegie Home Things to Do (5)

Andrew Carnegie (1835-1919) was born in Dunfermline, and emigrated to America as a young boy. He eventually made a vast... more travel advice

The Louise Carnegie Gates to Pittencrief Park - Dunfermline Pittencrief Park Things to Do (5)

Andrew Carnegie donated Pittencrief Glen to the town in 1903. It later became Pittencrief Park, one of Britain's best... more travel advice

Dunfermline's ruined palace - Dunfermline Dunfermline Palace Things to Do (5)

This is the remnant of a medieval monastery, later rebuilt as a palace. Over the centuries, it has fallen into decay. Of... more travel advice

The Abbot House Museum in Dunfermline - Dunfermline The Abbot's House Heritage Centre Things to Do (5)

This museum teaches a good deal about the history and lore of old Dunfermline. This town was the capital of Scotland for... more travel advice

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    victorwkf's Profile Photo
    Dec 1, 2006 at 8:28 AM

    Very good insight into the history of dunfermline :)

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    Igraine's Profile Photo
    Apr 10, 2006 at 2:19 PM

    Seems like a great place to see some of Scotlands history!

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    scottishvisitor's Profile Photo
    Apr 2, 2006 at 11:07 AM

    Tom your page re kindles wonderful memories for me - I frequented Pittencrieff park regularly but knew it as Dunfermline Glen - your name is right off course

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