The (Sir Walter) Scott Monument is the largest monument in the world dedicated to a writer. The Victorian Gothic style monument is located in Princess Street Gardens and commands attention as its spires jut up to the sky. There are 287 steps to the top and there are four spiral staircases with three landings. The staircases started off with very narrow steps and got progressively more narrow as we got closer to the top. I could feel those stairs in my calves the next day but it was well worth it for the beautiful views. The entrance fee is £3 which works out to about a pence a step.
Scott Monument
Sir Walter Scott Monument
Scott Monument Landing
Scott Monument Spiral Staircase ~ the wider stairs
Near the top of the Monument ~ John almost got stuck due to large backpack
View through a window along the spiral staircase
View from the first landing
View of Castle from the Scott Monument
Needless to say, it was cold and WINDY at the top but, oh the gorgeous views!
Displaced Beachbums 
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