DUNFERMLINE - The ancient capital city of Scotland
The king sits in Dunfermline toun Drinking the blude red wine Oh whar can I find a skeely skipper To sail this ship of mine Home to kings, queens, saints and heroes, Dunfermline became the capital of Scotland when Malcolm Canmore succeeded to the throne in 1058. His wife Margaret was a devout Catholic who founded a church and a monastery in the city. She was canonised in 1249, becoming St Margaret of Scotland. Dunfermline's most important landmark is the Norman Abbey, built by David I in 1128 on the site of the Benedictine priory founded by his mother Margaret. Over the centuries it has become a mixof architectural styles but the nave with its pillars and Norman decorations are still admired.
FOCUS ON SCOTLAND - ONE WEEK COURSE FOR TEACHERS IN DUNFERMLINE In December 2012 the Lifelong Lerning Programme - Portuguese National Agency has accepted our application for the teachers course occuring in Scotland between the 23rd and 31st March 2013. After attending this one week course in Dunfermline, the ancient capital city of Scotland, we will update this blog with the relevant information, materials, photos, pictures... One week in Scotland and always snowing! But the charm of this old lady was not mined by the weather... wonderful country, hospitable people, amazing landscapes. A journey to remember!