There are lots of other interesting things in and around the complex. I really liked the life-size metal sculptures of soldiers/guards protecting the high walls and the lovely relevant detailing on the metal posts that hold the ropes and chains.
One of my favourite artefacts on display is a gorgeous little 13th Century portable altarpiece intricately carved from ivory. It's a hinged triptych only about 15cm wide when open and shows scenes from the life of the Virgin Mary.
I spent quite a lot of time looking at the carved graffiti in the outer towers. Much of it is very beautifully carved; lovely letterforms and detailed religious and astrological references. Read this post by The Gentle Author for some great pics and information.
And now for some oddities:
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I like the way layers of history and renovation can still be seen as in the underside of a spiral staircase. Something is missing on the pavement. Stairs to nowhere A 20th Century box downpipe |
@Admin,
ReplyDeletei heard some paranormal activity happening here is it true?
Regards
Rosy
True?
ReplyDeleteI am a non-believer so I cannot see how the ghost stories and sightings can be proved. I am always sceptical that non-physical things such as clothes time-travel too and that over 90% of ghosts are famous people who were wronged. I am sure the blacksmiths, parlourmaids, even cows had things to complain about too (moo!) ;-)
Do let me know if you find out anything.