Castle ruin

Kirkwall Earl's Palace

United Kingdom Orkney Islands category A listed building

About

The Earl's Palace is a ruined Renaissance-style palace near St Magnus's Cathedral in the centre of Kirkwall, Orkney, Scotland. Built by Patrick, Earl of Orkney, its construction began in 1607 and was largely undertaken via forced labour. Today, the ruins are open to the public.

Details

Type: Castle ruin
Country: United Kingdom
Located in: Orkney Islands
Heritage: category A listed building
Inception: 1601
Style: Renaissance architecture
Website: www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-plac…
Coordinates: 58.98053, -2.95887
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