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DunfermlineMalcolm Canmore's Tower
It was first mentioned in 1070 - the year Malcolm Canmore married Margaret. Perched on it's peninsular rock, it was an almost impregnable fortress and was used as a residence of Scottish kings until destroyed by King Edward in 1304, after which the Royal Palace would have been built. |
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The
remains of Malcolm Canmore's Tower can be found in the grounds of Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline.
It was originally a two storey building, measuring 52 by
48 feet, and is believed to have contained 20 small apartments. The tower is used
in the Burgh Arms of the town.
