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πŸͺ¬πŸ§Ώ Freemason | Traveller | Historian | Novel Author | Filmmaker www.youtube.com/c/journeydude www.sendmeonadventure.com πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡° living in 🏴󠁧󠁒󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 πŸ•ŠοΈ Peace to all

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Scotland Sounds Like This | Cailean on the Bagpipes
Scotland Sounds Like This | Cailean on the Bagpipes YouTube video by JourneyDude in Scotland

Scotland Sounds Like This | Cailean on the Bagpipes #scotland #MustWatch #Shorts #sogood #trendingpost #bagpipes #talented #legend #viral youtube.com/shorts/hVPbr...

06.03.2026 16:32 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
St Giles Cathedral standing proudly on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, with late afternoon sunlight casting warm tones across its gothic architecture. The crown steeple rises above surrounding buildings as people walk by the cobbled square, blending centuries of history with everyday city life.

St Giles Cathedral standing proudly on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, with late afternoon sunlight casting warm tones across its gothic architecture. The crown steeple rises above surrounding buildings as people walk by the cobbled square, blending centuries of history with everyday city life.

St Giles Cathedral πŸͺ¬πŸ§Ώ #Edinburgh #Scotland #RoyalMile #Cathedral #History #Architecture #Travel #Heritage #StGiles #SunsetVibes

08.04.2025 17:53 πŸ‘ 262 πŸ” 19 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
A low-angle, long shot shows the front view of the Lauriston Castle, a sprawling tan-colored stone structure with multiple towers and tall chimneys, set against a backdrop of a dark, stormy sky. A paved road leads up to the castle, and signs indicating the presence of an ice cream stand and that Lauriston Castle is open are visible near the road.  The castle has many windows of varying sizes and shapes, and the roof is made of gray tiles.  There are trees and bushes surrounding the castle. The lighting is dim and dramatic, creating a sense of foreboding.

A low-angle, long shot shows the front view of the Lauriston Castle, a sprawling tan-colored stone structure with multiple towers and tall chimneys, set against a backdrop of a dark, stormy sky. A paved road leads up to the castle, and signs indicating the presence of an ice cream stand and that Lauriston Castle is open are visible near the road. The castle has many windows of varying sizes and shapes, and the roof is made of gray tiles. There are trees and bushes surrounding the castle. The lighting is dim and dramatic, creating a sense of foreboding.

πŸͺ¬πŸ§ΏLauriston Castle

check my prints here: scottishwallart.com

#lauristoncastle #castle #scotland #architecture #travel #history #stormy #landscape #edinburgh #photography #alttext

05.11.2025 12:53 πŸ‘ 132 πŸ” 8 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Send Me on Adventure | Edinburgh Children's Hospital Charity Send Dominik on adventures across Scotland to raise money for Edinburgh Children's Hospital Charity.

Did you know you can send me on a wild adventure and support Children's Hospital? Today we reached Β£260. Today :) 3Β£ can provide a bed for a parent next to their child. Repost if you want to support the cause sendmeonadventure.com #edinburgh #charity #hello #childrenshospital #care

30.01.2026 20:27 πŸ‘ 16 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A close-up shot of a Scottish thistle, the national flower of Scotland, with several others in the background. The main thistle is in focus, showcasing its spiky leaves and vibrant purple flower head. The other thistles are out of focus, creating a soft, dreamy background. The sky is overcast, providing a muted light that enhances the colors of the thistle.

A close-up shot of a Scottish thistle, the national flower of Scotland, with several others in the background. The main thistle is in focus, showcasing its spiky leaves and vibrant purple flower head. The other thistles are out of focus, creating a soft, dreamy background. The sky is overcast, providing a muted light that enhances the colors of the thistle.

πŸͺ¬πŸ§ΏScottish Thistle

#thistle #scotland #scottish #flower #nature #purple #flora #macro #photography #nationalflower #alttext

27.11.2025 20:05 πŸ‘ 268 πŸ” 21 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
St Giles' Cathedral dominates this Edinburgh scene under a vivid blue sky. Its soaring Gothic crown, the Thistle Chapel spire, thrusts upward with jagged pinnacles, open arches, and ornate stonework like a medieval fantasy frozen in gray sandstone.
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Tall lancet windows with stained glass catch faint light, while buttresses and turrets add drama to the facade. A prominent statueβ€”likely John Knoxβ€”stands before the entrance on a high pedestal, facing the street.
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To the left, elegant Georgian sandstone buildings rise with sash windows, balconies, and a flat roof, their warm tones contrasting the cathedral's dark majesty. A red "No Entry" sign and traffic lights block the cobblestone road, bare winter trees edging the view, distant sea mist hinting at the horizonβ€”timeless Scottish heritage alive. (612 chars)

St Giles' Cathedral dominates this Edinburgh scene under a vivid blue sky. Its soaring Gothic crown, the Thistle Chapel spire, thrusts upward with jagged pinnacles, open arches, and ornate stonework like a medieval fantasy frozen in gray sandstone. ​ Tall lancet windows with stained glass catch faint light, while buttresses and turrets add drama to the facade. A prominent statueβ€”likely John Knoxβ€”stands before the entrance on a high pedestal, facing the street. ​ To the left, elegant Georgian sandstone buildings rise with sash windows, balconies, and a flat roof, their warm tones contrasting the cathedral's dark majesty. A red "No Entry" sign and traffic lights block the cobblestone road, bare winter trees edging the view, distant sea mist hinting at the horizonβ€”timeless Scottish heritage alive. (612 chars)

St. Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh :)
What a lovely weather today!

#Edinburgh #photooftheday #Scotland #explore

14.02.2026 16:41 πŸ‘ 170 πŸ” 12 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 1
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What a view I have for the next six days #glencoe #scotland πŸͺ¬

24.06.2025 16:33 πŸ‘ 133 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Sometimes you can see me like this as well :) #scotland

31.01.2025 09:59 πŸ‘ 95 πŸ” 7 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
A wide, dramatic shot of the House of the Binns in West Lothian, Scotland, captured under a moody, high-contrast sky. The historic manor house features cream-colored stone walls, prominent crenelated circular towers, and rows of dark-framed windows. The building is illuminated by a sharp, low sun that casts long shadows across the golden, frost-tipped or sun-bleached grass in the foreground. To the right, several bare and golden-leaved autumn trees stand against a sky split between deep, dark blue storm clouds and bright, hazy light breaking through. A small wooden fence and a circular gravel driveway lead toward the house, emphasizing its grand, isolated position within the rolling Scottish parkland.

A wide, dramatic shot of the House of the Binns in West Lothian, Scotland, captured under a moody, high-contrast sky. The historic manor house features cream-colored stone walls, prominent crenelated circular towers, and rows of dark-framed windows. The building is illuminated by a sharp, low sun that casts long shadows across the golden, frost-tipped or sun-bleached grass in the foreground. To the right, several bare and golden-leaved autumn trees stand against a sky split between deep, dark blue storm clouds and bright, hazy light breaking through. A small wooden fence and a circular gravel driveway lead toward the house, emphasizing its grand, isolated position within the rolling Scottish parkland.

House of the Binns, West Lothian

#scotland #vibes #beautifuldestinations #Outlander #photooftheday

22.12.2025 16:24 πŸ‘ 168 πŸ” 20 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
Best of Scotland in 4K – My Most Epic Drone Shots
Best of Scotland in 4K – My Most Epic Drone Shots YouTube video by JourneyDude in Scotland

πŸŽ‰ New video just dropped! 🏴󠁧󠁒󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 46 minutes of my BEST drone shots remixed across SCOTLAND! Highlands, castles, lochs – pure cinematic 4K. Featuring Modern and traditional Scottish music

Where should I fly next? Comment below! πŸ‘‡

Watch now: youtu.be/ugePitYvJFs

#Scotland #4K #ScottishViews

09.02.2026 14:07 πŸ‘ 167 πŸ” 39 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 2
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πŸͺ¬πŸ§Ώ Edinburgh Castle in Autumn

buy my photos as prints: scottishwallart.com

#edinburgh #castle #scotland #cemetery #autumn #travel #history #architecture #landscape #graveyard #alttext

24.10.2025 11:17 πŸ‘ 154 πŸ” 14 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A stunning aerial drone photograph captures the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town along the Royal Mile, focusing on the majestic St Giles' Cathedral on a partly cloudy afternoon with golden sunlight illuminating the scene. The cathedral's iconic Gothic crown spire, dating to around 1460-1467, towers prominently at 49 meters high, flanked by intricate stone facades with pointed arches and detailed tracery, while crowds of tiny figures gather in the open Parliament Square below, centered around a statue. The bustling High Street stretches eastward as a wide, paved thoroughfare lined with multi-story Georgian and Victorian buildings featuring dormer windows, bay fronts, and slate roofs, leading toward the distant green hump of Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park under a dynamic sky of blue patches, fluffy white clouds, and darker ominous formations. To the west, the view ascends the ridge toward Edinburgh Castle atop its volcanic hill, with additional spires like the Scott Monument piercing the skyline amid a dense cluster of ochre-toned tenements and kirks, evoking the UNESCO-listed medieval grid of Scotland's capital. The image vibrantly conveys the lively, layered urban tapestry of this UNESCO World Heritage site, blending history, architecture, and natural drama

A stunning aerial drone photograph captures the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town along the Royal Mile, focusing on the majestic St Giles' Cathedral on a partly cloudy afternoon with golden sunlight illuminating the scene. The cathedral's iconic Gothic crown spire, dating to around 1460-1467, towers prominently at 49 meters high, flanked by intricate stone facades with pointed arches and detailed tracery, while crowds of tiny figures gather in the open Parliament Square below, centered around a statue. The bustling High Street stretches eastward as a wide, paved thoroughfare lined with multi-story Georgian and Victorian buildings featuring dormer windows, bay fronts, and slate roofs, leading toward the distant green hump of Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park under a dynamic sky of blue patches, fluffy white clouds, and darker ominous formations. To the west, the view ascends the ridge toward Edinburgh Castle atop its volcanic hill, with additional spires like the Scott Monument piercing the skyline amid a dense cluster of ochre-toned tenements and kirks, evoking the UNESCO-listed medieval grid of Scotland's capital. The image vibrantly conveys the lively, layered urban tapestry of this UNESCO World Heritage site, blending history, architecture, and natural drama

Royal Mile, St Giles Cathedral

#Edinburgh #Scotland #MustSee #explore #architecture

05.03.2026 17:05 πŸ‘ 67 πŸ” 10 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
The Secret Masonic History Hidden on the Royal Mile
The Secret Masonic History Hidden on the Royal Mile YouTube video by JourneyDude in Scotland

Finally finished my deep dive video on the Masonic History of Edinburgh's Royal Mile! 🧱🏰

Hope you all learn something new! Drop a like or comment, or Share it with friends :) #freemasons #scotland #edinburgh youtu.be/B_wzDvvdROo

03.03.2026 19:27 πŸ‘ 34 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

hmm i have no idea , it was my 103rd visit of the chapel :)

05.03.2026 19:35 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Edinburgh Castle on a rocky hill is positioned in the centre of the frame, with the moon visible in the top right corner against a clear blue sky. The castle, constructed from tan-colored stone, features multiple turrets and buildings, with a flag waving atop the highest tower. The hill on which it stands is covered with sparse vegetation, and the image is taken from a low angle, emphasizing the castle's imposing stature.

Edinburgh Castle on a rocky hill is positioned in the centre of the frame, with the moon visible in the top right corner against a clear blue sky. The castle, constructed from tan-colored stone, features multiple turrets and buildings, with a flag waving atop the highest tower. The hill on which it stands is covered with sparse vegetation, and the image is taken from a low angle, emphasizing the castle's imposing stature.

πŸͺ¬πŸ§Ώ Castle on hill, moon above

#edinburgh #castle #scotland #moon #sky #architecture #travel #history #photography #landmark #alttext

09.11.2025 18:03 πŸ‘ 297 πŸ” 26 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 0
An 11‑year‑old explorer in a red plaid shirt studies an open book while standing at an elaborate stone memorial carved with figures and inscriptions in a garden.

An 11‑year‑old explorer in a red plaid shirt studies an open book while standing at an elaborate stone memorial carved with figures and inscriptions in a garden.

Domini Smrek, holding his book, poses with fans in front of an ornate stone chapel, all dressed casually on a sunny day;

Domini Smrek, holding his book, poses with fans in front of an ornate stone chapel, all dressed casually on a sunny day;

An 11‑year‑old explorer in a red plaid shirt points at an inscription on an ornate stone monument while holding an open book, standing on gravel beside the weathered structure.

An 11‑year‑old explorer in a red plaid shirt points at an inscription on an ornate stone monument while holding an open book, standing on gravel beside the weathered structure.

103rd visit of Rosslyn Chapel; it was nice to see how an 11-year-old interpreted my novel and it was my pleasure to answer all of Wee's questions. πŸ™‚ #scotland #author #rosslynchapel

05.03.2026 15:59 πŸ‘ 34 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
St Cecilia's Hall - Concert Venue & Musical Museum in Edinburgh
St Cecilia's Hall - Concert Venue & Musical Museum in Edinburgh YouTube video by JourneyDude in Scotland

St Cecilia's Hall - Concert Venue & Musical Museum in Edinburgh #History #edinburgh #scotland #ThingsToDoInEdinburgh #MustWatch #Shorts @friendsofstcecilia.bsky.social youtube.com/shorts/ie_Bu...

05.03.2026 17:16 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A stunning aerial drone photograph captures the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town along the Royal Mile, focusing on the majestic St Giles' Cathedral on a partly cloudy afternoon with golden sunlight illuminating the scene. The cathedral's iconic Gothic crown spire, dating to around 1460-1467, towers prominently at 49 meters high, flanked by intricate stone facades with pointed arches and detailed tracery, while crowds of tiny figures gather in the open Parliament Square below, centered around a statue. The bustling High Street stretches eastward as a wide, paved thoroughfare lined with multi-story Georgian and Victorian buildings featuring dormer windows, bay fronts, and slate roofs, leading toward the distant green hump of Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park under a dynamic sky of blue patches, fluffy white clouds, and darker ominous formations. To the west, the view ascends the ridge toward Edinburgh Castle atop its volcanic hill, with additional spires like the Scott Monument piercing the skyline amid a dense cluster of ochre-toned tenements and kirks, evoking the UNESCO-listed medieval grid of Scotland's capital. The image vibrantly conveys the lively, layered urban tapestry of this UNESCO World Heritage site, blending history, architecture, and natural drama

A stunning aerial drone photograph captures the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town along the Royal Mile, focusing on the majestic St Giles' Cathedral on a partly cloudy afternoon with golden sunlight illuminating the scene. The cathedral's iconic Gothic crown spire, dating to around 1460-1467, towers prominently at 49 meters high, flanked by intricate stone facades with pointed arches and detailed tracery, while crowds of tiny figures gather in the open Parliament Square below, centered around a statue. The bustling High Street stretches eastward as a wide, paved thoroughfare lined with multi-story Georgian and Victorian buildings featuring dormer windows, bay fronts, and slate roofs, leading toward the distant green hump of Arthur's Seat and Holyrood Park under a dynamic sky of blue patches, fluffy white clouds, and darker ominous formations. To the west, the view ascends the ridge toward Edinburgh Castle atop its volcanic hill, with additional spires like the Scott Monument piercing the skyline amid a dense cluster of ochre-toned tenements and kirks, evoking the UNESCO-listed medieval grid of Scotland's capital. The image vibrantly conveys the lively, layered urban tapestry of this UNESCO World Heritage site, blending history, architecture, and natural drama

Royal Mile, St Giles Cathedral

#Edinburgh #Scotland #MustSee #explore #architecture

05.03.2026 17:05 πŸ‘ 67 πŸ” 10 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
An 11‑year‑old explorer in a red plaid shirt studies an open book while standing at an elaborate stone memorial carved with figures and inscriptions in a garden.

An 11‑year‑old explorer in a red plaid shirt studies an open book while standing at an elaborate stone memorial carved with figures and inscriptions in a garden.

Domini Smrek, holding his book, poses with fans in front of an ornate stone chapel, all dressed casually on a sunny day;

Domini Smrek, holding his book, poses with fans in front of an ornate stone chapel, all dressed casually on a sunny day;

An 11‑year‑old explorer in a red plaid shirt points at an inscription on an ornate stone monument while holding an open book, standing on gravel beside the weathered structure.

An 11‑year‑old explorer in a red plaid shirt points at an inscription on an ornate stone monument while holding an open book, standing on gravel beside the weathered structure.

103rd visit of Rosslyn Chapel; it was nice to see how an 11-year-old interpreted my novel and it was my pleasure to answer all of Wee's questions. πŸ™‚ #scotland #author #rosslynchapel

05.03.2026 15:59 πŸ‘ 34 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

Heading to Rosslyn Chapel :) visit no 103

05.03.2026 09:37 πŸ‘ 18 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
The Secret Masonic History Hidden on the Royal Mile
The Secret Masonic History Hidden on the Royal Mile YouTube video by JourneyDude in Scotland

The Secret Masonic History Hidden on the Royal Mile Full Video here: youtu.be/B_wzDvvdROo #History#edinburgh #scotland #freemasons youtube.com/shorts/iapGq...

04.03.2026 17:24 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Narrow cobbled street curving gently away, its surface wet and uneven, with a shallow gutter running down the centre. Tall, grimy stone tenements rise tightly on both sides, their walls stained and rough, windows small and irregular, some with broken panes. To the left, a squat, jutting tower of Cardinal Beaton’s house leans over the street, its upper window protruding like a watchful eye. Doorways and shopfronts sit directly on the pavement, signs jutting out on metal arms above them. In the distance, the street narrows into a hazy, bright opening, the upper storeys fading into smoke or mist, giving a sense of depth and gloom.

Narrow cobbled street curving gently away, its surface wet and uneven, with a shallow gutter running down the centre. Tall, grimy stone tenements rise tightly on both sides, their walls stained and rough, windows small and irregular, some with broken panes. To the left, a squat, jutting tower of Cardinal Beaton’s house leans over the street, its upper window protruding like a watchful eye. Doorways and shopfronts sit directly on the pavement, signs jutting out on metal arms above them. In the distance, the street narrows into a hazy, bright opening, the upper storeys fading into smoke or mist, giving a sense of depth and gloom.

Edinburgh Cowgate - Cardinal Beaton's house, 1868

#edinburgh #oldedinburgh #oldphoto

27.02.2026 12:26 πŸ‘ 145 πŸ” 16 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Interior of Dunfermline Abbey, showcasing its grand medieval stone columns, intricate arches, and stained-glass windows casting warm light onto the ancient stone walls. The historic atmosphere is enhanced by the towering architecture and the golden glow from distant windows.

Interior of Dunfermline Abbey, showcasing its grand medieval stone columns, intricate arches, and stained-glass windows casting warm light onto the ancient stone walls. The historic atmosphere is enhanced by the towering architecture and the golden glow from distant windows.

Dunfermline Abbey, the resting place of King Robert the Bruce… It gives me the feeling of stepping into a Doctor Who TARDIS. :)

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#Dunfermline #Scotland #History #architecture #Medieval #HiddenScotland #TravelScotland πŸͺ¬πŸ§Ώ

27.02.2025 14:05 πŸ‘ 571 πŸ” 56 πŸ’¬ 9 πŸ“Œ 0
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07.04.2025 15:12 πŸ‘ 1426 πŸ” 168 πŸ’¬ 21 πŸ“Œ 9
Scotland Sounds Like This | Cailean on the Bagpipes
Scotland Sounds Like This | Cailean on the Bagpipes YouTube video by Journey Dude - Exploring Scotland

New video just dropped! Meet Cailean, a 14-year-old bagpipe prodigy from Prestonpans - and enjoy his beautiful performance on bagpipes. If you enjoyed the video, don’t forget to comment or share; it helps the algorithm recommend it to more people! #scotland #bagpipes
Β youtu.be/iVcL5aBPqy8

02.02.2026 15:02 πŸ‘ 262 πŸ” 66 πŸ’¬ 13 πŸ“Œ 6
CHALLENGED to Clean CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL Trash Hell... (12 Bags in 5 Hours!)
CHALLENGED to Clean CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL Trash Hell... (12 Bags in 5 Hours!) YouTube video by Journey Dude - Exploring Scotland

🚨 CHALLENGED to Clean CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL Trash Hell... Did 12 BAGS in 5 Hours! πŸ˜€πŸ—‘οΈ

The video just dropped, and you watching and sharing it directly supports the Edinburgh Children's Hospital charity!
youtu.be/5vHMmE8gxXI #edinburgh #scotland #charity #challenge

19.01.2026 18:11 πŸ‘ 79 πŸ” 17 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
The Secret Masonic History Hidden on the Royal Mile
The Secret Masonic History Hidden on the Royal Mile YouTube video by JourneyDude in Scotland

Finally finished my deep dive video on the Masonic History of Edinburgh's Royal Mile! 🧱🏰

Hope you all learn something new! Drop a like or comment, or Share it with friends :) #freemasons #scotland #edinburgh youtu.be/B_wzDvvdROo

03.03.2026 19:27 πŸ‘ 34 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

around 1.2 pounds

01.03.2026 22:44 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

hmmmmm around half a kilo

01.03.2026 22:16 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Me, Journeydude, a bald lad with a serious stare and light stubble, proudly holding up the hefty wooden mallet from Rosslyn Chapel's legendary build in my hands. You can see my Masonic ring glinting as I grip its thick handle and heavy, carved head, dressed in my grey shirt jacket over a white collared shirt, posing indoors against a fancy gilded frame. This is the very mallet the jealous master mason swung at his apprentice after seeing that stunning pillar come to life.

Me, Journeydude, a bald lad with a serious stare and light stubble, proudly holding up the hefty wooden mallet from Rosslyn Chapel's legendary build in my hands. You can see my Masonic ring glinting as I grip its thick handle and heavy, carved head, dressed in my grey shirt jacket over a white collared shirt, posing indoors against a fancy gilded frame. This is the very mallet the jealous master mason swung at his apprentice after seeing that stunning pillar come to life.

Filming tomorrow a Masonic tour of a Royal Mile - Malet i am holding on this photo is supposedly one that was used during the building of Rosslyn Chapel. #freemason #scotland #edinburgh #medieval #mystery

01.03.2026 21:21 πŸ‘ 34 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0