What is recorded here
A named place photographed at this map point in City of Edinburgh.
Arthur's Seat is a prominent volcanic hill in Edinburgh, rising to approximately 251 meters above sea level, with Crow Hill offering one of the best vantage points for viewing its distinctive profile. The hill is composed of basalt and is part of the Edinburgh Volcanic Formation, formed around 350 million years ago during the Carboniferous period. It holds historical and cultural significance as a landmark in the city and is associated with local legends, including its name's possible connection to Arthurian mythology.
Places near here
Arthur's SeatMountain / peak · 19 yd
Arthur's Seat, Holyrood ParkNo Class (event) (period Unassigned) · 24 yd
Arthur's Seat from Whinny HillMountain or hill · 54 yd
Arthur's Seat summit from Crow HillMountain or hill · 54 yd
Edinburgh, Holyrood Park, Arthur's SeatPolished Axehead (stone)(period Unassigned) · 54 yd
Arthurs Seat from the Palace of Holyrood House gardensOld home or work place · 99 yd
Holyrood Park, Arthur's SeatArrowhead (bronze Age) · 148 yd
The Nether HillMountain / peak · 168 yd
Raven's RockCliff · 262 yd
Edinburgh, Holyrood Park, Salisbury CragsQuarry(s) (period Unassigned) · 346 yd
Edinburgh, Holyrood ParkNo Class (event) (21st Century) · 396 yd
Wells o' WearieSpring · 589 ydOther information
Photo: Lisa Jarvis · CC BY-SA 2.0