Miscellaneous
In terms of war and destruction, what is said about Edinburgh Castle?
It is the most besieged place in Britain.
Who was born in this castle?
James VI
What is the name of a very famous Scottish monarch?
Mary Queen of Scots.
What is the name of the largest gun used in Britain? It was made in Mons, Belgium in 1457.
Mons Meg
Who is the King of Scotland today?
King Charles III.
Which two things have the castle been used for?
Royal Residence and Military Base
In the entrance, two statutes have been installed. One of them is of a King. What is the name of this King?
King Robert The Bruce.
The oldest Crown Jewels in Britain were used for the coronation of this Queen:
Mary Queen of Scots.
In which war were 1000 sailors jailed and kept in Edinburgh Castle?
The American War of Independence.
Who killed Mary Queen of Scots?
Her cousin, Queen Elizabeth I of England.
What is underneath Edinburgh Castle?
An extinct volcano.
What is the nickname of King Charles Edward Stuart, who tried to reclaim the Scottish throne?
Bonnie King Charlie.
Which drink has been named after Mary Queen of Scots?
Bloody Mary.
There was a final "rising" or revolution in 1745, fighting to install Bonnie Prince Charlie as monarch of Scotland. What was it called?
The Jacobite Rising.
Who became the First Minister of Scotland in March 2023?
Humza Yousaf
Who was the main character in Braveheart? His statue is to be found next to a King at the entrance of Edinburgh Castle. He fought for Scottish independence.
William Wallace.
What happened to two young, teenage members of the Douglas Clan when invited for dinner by a young, 10-year-old King James II?
The were murdered/killed.
Who was Queen Mary's famous cousin?
Elizabeth I of England.
Which big military event takes place in front of Edinburgh Castle?
The Royal Edinburgh Tattoo.
Which colours does the Scottish flag have?
Blue and white.
What is the name of the Castle, which overtook the role of Royal Residence after Edinburgh Castle?
Holyrood Palace
What is the name of a very important symbol during coronation ceremonies, which was used for centuries? The Stone...
The Stone of Scone / The Stone of Destiny.
How did Mary Queen of Scots die?
The was beheaded/decapitated.
Which well-known statesman seized Edinburgh Castle in 1650?
Oliver Cromwell.
What are The Honours of Scotland?
The Scottish Crown Jewels.