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If you're dreaming of pyramids this summer, there's no need to book a flight to Egypt or trek to South America just take a trip up to the Scottish Highlands and discover Prince Albert's Cairn.
Nestled within the Balmoral Estate is Prince Albert's Cairn, alongside several smaller cairns dedicated to various members of the Royal Family. Cairns, which are man-made stacks of stones, often serve as memorials or markers for significant sites or individuals.
While most of the cairns at Balmoral have a traditional appearance, Prince Albert's Cairn stands out with its distinctive pyramid-like shape, making it an extraordinary sight in the Scottish landscape, reports the Mirror.
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The pyramid was commissioned by Queen Victoria in memory of her beloved husband, Prince Albert, after his death. In her diary, Queen Victoria expressed her desire for the monument to be visible throughout the valley.
Queen Victoria laid the foundation stone herself in August 1862. The pyramid bears two inscriptions; one from Victoria's prayer book stating: "He, being made perfect in a short time, fulfilled a long time. For his soul pleased the Lord; therefore hasted He to take him away from among the wicked."
Additionally, Victoria included a heartfelt personal tribute with a second inscription: "To the beloved memory of Albert the great and good Prince Consort. Erected by his broken hearted widow Victoria R. 21st August 1862."
Queen Victoria oversaw the construction of several cairns at Balmoral, many of which were to celebrate her children's weddings, while another was erected in memory of her mother.
A further cairn was built in tribute to John Brown, Victoria's favoured servant and close friend, following his death in 1883. However, this was later demolished when Victoria's son, Edward VII, who had a dislike for Brown, took the throne.
Two more cairns were constructed to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II in 2012, with one situated in the nearby village of Ballater and the other within the Balmoral Estate.
Discover more about the Cairns Walk here.
