The lower of Stirling Castle's two main courtyards, the Outer Close is dominated by the Palace (left) and the Great Hall (right). Also on the Outer Close are the Main Guard House and Fort Major's House. On the east side of the courtyard is the castle's Grand Battery which was constructed in 1689.
Eastern facades of the Palace (left) and Great Hall (right) of Stirling Castle from the Outer Close.
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