'''Stirling Castle''' was built during the 12th century on a dolomite hill overlooking the major ford across the [[River Forth]] that, historically, was the gateway to the north of [[Scotland]]. It was seen as the strategic key to the control of the country. | '''Stirling Castle''' was built during the 12th century on a dolomite hill overlooking the major ford across the [[River Forth]] that, historically, was the gateway to the north of [[Scotland]]. It was seen as the strategic key to the control of the country. |