离开格拉斯哥,我们驱车穿过宁静的乡村,前往参观引人注目的凯尔派纪念碑。这些巨型雕塑以传说中会变形的怪物命名,这些怪物常化身为马,引诱人们溺水身亡。然而,它们所承载的意义却截然不同。凯尔派由艺术家安迪·斯科特创作,以两匹克莱兹代尔马——公爵和男爵——为原型,象征着重型马匹在福尔柯克地区历史发展中所扮演的重要角色。
接下来,驱车穿过法夫王国连绵起伏的乡村,前往福克兰。这座历史悠久的村庄以福克兰宫为中心,福克兰宫曾是苏格兰王室的主要住所。福克兰本身也是苏格兰最美丽的村庄之一,拥有迷人的古老农舍和蜿蜒曲折的街道。值得一提的是,这里还被选为热门电视剧《古战场传奇》(Outlander)中1940年代因弗内斯的取景地。您可以参观福克兰宫,并前往世界上最古老的网球场,苏格兰女王玛丽曾在此挥拍。或者漫步在爬满常春藤的街道上,寻找《古战场传奇》中熟悉的拍摄地点。
接下来是今天的重头戏:中世纪小镇圣安德鲁斯。圣安德鲁斯是苏格兰的守护圣人,传说他的遗骸被冲到了法夫郡的海岸。圣安德鲁斯还拥有英国第三古老的大学、一座古老的球场,以及一座坐落在悬崖上的美丽城堡遗址。我们将在此停留享用午餐,您可以自行安排时间。您可以去Jannetta's Gelateria品尝当地特色冰淇淋。您也可以参观标志性的老球场,探索古老的遗址,或者沿着海滩漫步。离开圣安德鲁斯后,我们将启程前往格拉斯哥,沿途欣赏法夫郡的秀丽风光。当我们接近昆斯费里大桥时,我们将欣赏到标志性的福斯铁路桥的壮丽景色,这座桥已被联合国教科文组织列为世界遗产。跨越福斯湾标志着我们西行的最后一程,我们将返回充满活力的格拉斯哥市。您将于下午6:30左右返回格拉斯哥。
Leaving Glasgow, we journey through the tranquil countryside to visit the striking
Kelpies Monument. Named after the legendary shape-shifting creatures that often appear as horses and lure people to a watery fate, these giant sculptures have a different tribute in mind. Created by artist Andy Scott, the Kelpies are modeled after two Clydesdale horses, Duke and Baron, symbolizing the important role of heavy horses in shaping the Falkirk region's history.
Next, enjoy a scenic drive through the rolling countryside of the
Kingdom of Fife to reach Falkland. Dominating this historic village is Falkland Palace, once a principal residence of Scotland's royal family. Beyond the palace, Falkland itself is one of Scotland's most beautiful villages, with charming old cottages and narrow, winding streets. Notably, this place was also chosen to represent 1940s Inverness in the popular TV series Outlander. Explore Falkland Palace and visit the world's oldest tennis court, where Mary, Queen of Scots, once played. Or stroll through the streets lined with ivy-clad houses, seeking out familiar Outlander filming locations.
Next is the highlight of the day: the medieval
town of St Andrews. St Andrew is the patron Saint of Scotland, and according to legend, his remains were washed up on the Fife coast. St Andrews is also home to the third oldest university in Britain, an ancient golf course, and a beautiful, ruined castle perched on a cliff. We stop here for lunch, so you can decide how to spend your time. You might try local specialties like ice cream at Jannetta's Gelateria. You can also visit the iconic Old Course, explore the ancient ruins, or stroll along the beach. Departing from St Andrews, we begin our journey to Glasgow, traveling through the scenic landscapes of Fife.
As we approach the Queensferry Crossing, we're treated to stunning views of the iconic Forth Rail Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Crossing over the Firth of Forth marks the last leg of our journey westward, as we head return to the vibrant city of Glasgow.
You return to Glasgow at approximately 6.30pm.