Allanvale Cemetery.
by uglyscot
Quite early on in my time at Aberdeen I made a point of going to Allanvale Cemetery because I knew my maternal grandfather was buried there. He was one of the victims of the Influenza epidemic that swept across the world after WWI. He was only 33 years old. I managed to ask at an office for directions and found the grave, although it had no stone on it. I find cemeteries very tranquil places , and frequently wander around them,.
I find some of the inscriptions very informative, others moving, and one belonging to an Italian woman very romantic. her husband had had inscribed beneath her photograph set in glass, "Life with you ,dear,a glorious [or was it wonderful] adventure." I suppose my favourite memories are meeting my husband, and getting married in Aberdeen.
Packing List
by globetrott
Balmoral Castle - the summer-residence of the Queen will be closed for the public during the summer - mostly july/august/sept.
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but during that time you may see the Queen - if you are interested - when she will attend the church-service in Ballater, or maybe at the Highland-games in Ballater...
Daviot recumbent Stone Circle
by shrimp56
Another picture of the Daviot recumbent stone circle looking out over the Aberdeenshire landscape. My apologies for the picture quality -- it was a dreary day, a disposible camera and a lousy scanner:( For better pictures see the website below.
Bella Italiano
by Sharna. about Paldinos
As the daughter of a chef, Im a harsh critic when it comes to food. I have also been spoilt with the best quality seafood living on the coast of Queensland. In light of this I can honestly say that Paldinos is easily the best Italian food I have ever tasted.
The ingredients are fresh, the food is hot and a delicious wine will be suggested to compliment your choice of main. The restaurant is cosy with a warm atmosphere and friendly helpful staff. It is tucked down a side street but is very well known. I can't remember what its called, but i'll find out.
An essential history lesson for modern Scotland
by foxie
A very well put together museum that includes not just a progression of fishing and industry in Scotland, but really gives you an appreciation of the effects of Euro-wide decisions on local economies. It features a 5-story scaled model of a modern off-shore oil rig, with explanations of every level and detail. The entire West side is dedicated to the oil industry and how it affects both the economy and the environment, surprisingly quite balanced.
The East side of the museum is a history of sea trades in Scotland including the great skippers of the tea trade, a section on sailors' lives and duties aboard vessels, an explanation of the fishing trade with indepth models and computer moduals for exploration of various themes and concepts. The latter is obviously designed for kids, but provides lots of really good information clearly for adults.
The museum looks out over the busy Aberdeen port and the observation deck includes an index of common vessels that might be in harbor at any given time. A great way to orient yourself to the city and it's place in the grand global economy.
The only downside is the lack of museum personnel that would have been handy for questions on how to get around the museum or for more information on a given exhibit. A good guide book should include the neccesary information on this attraction.
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