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1 GLAMIS CASTLE

2 The Castle Glamis Castle is located in Scotland
It is one of the most haunted castles in Britain

3 History It is owned by the Earls of Strathmore
Shakespeare´s “Macbeth” was set at Glamis Castle It was the home of the Queen Mother, and the Queen’s sister was born there

4 Today You can visit the castle and its gardens.
A tour guide can tell you about ghost stories It is a venue for special events.

5 Now, the 18th Earl, Michael lives there.
Who owns the Castle? It has been the home of the Earls of Strathmore for over 600 years. Now, the 18th Earl, Michael lives there.

6 Where is it? Dundee, but the castle is surrounded by countryside
Near the city of Dundee, but the castle is surrounded by countryside

7 Why is it famous? Glamis has been visited and lived in by many members of the Scottish and British Royal Families. It also has a great history and it is known as one of the most haunted castles in Britain.

8 It is said that a number of ghosts haunt the Castle…
For example a tongue-less lady who walks around pointing at her face One legend is the story of a secret room somewhere within the castle, that conceals a dreadful secret. At one time a towel is said to have been hung from every window in the castle, but from the outside a window without a towel was visible, suggesting a hidden room. The secret room has many tales as to its origin; the most popular is that it holds a monster. But there are too many other stories and legends to mention!!

9 Some pictures..


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