It has earned its recognition when the Vikings were trying to attack Scotland. But, they cried out upon stepping on the flower, thus alerting the Scottish troops.
Saturday, 11 October 2008
The Thistle of Scotland
Not only is the thistle the national flower of Scotland, it is also Scotland's national emblem. It is said to be a symbol of nobility from the ancient Celtic times.
It has earned its recognition when the Vikings were trying to attack Scotland. But, they cried out upon stepping on the flower, thus alerting the Scottish troops.
It has earned its recognition when the Vikings were trying to attack Scotland. But, they cried out upon stepping on the flower, thus alerting the Scottish troops.
Friday, 10 October 2008
Floral Clock
Situated at the entrance of the garden below the Edinburgh Castle, there lies the huge floral clock which is the only one that I've ever seen in my 28 years of living. 0_o
The garden is just right along the main street of Edinburgh. And, with the towering castle above it, it's really quite something which no one can miss.
The garden is just right along the main street of Edinburgh. And, with the towering castle above it, it's really quite something which no one can miss.
Thursday, 9 October 2008
Gum Fighters
I was taking my mum and sis around London when they came for my graduation ceremony. And, we had just walked out of the Tower of London and was heading towards the nearest Tube station when we saw this! A van with proper equipment to remove (chewing) gum off any surface!
