Earl’s Palace, Kirkwall
The ruins of a palace whose construction was begun in 1607. The tyrannical Patrick, Earl of Orkney is alleged to have used forced labour. He did not live long to enjoy it, being executed for treason in 1615. The palace fell into ruin during the 18th century.
June 2011
Rollei 35 camera
Fujichrome 100 film.
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Earl’s Palace, Kirkwall
The ruins of a palace whose construction was begun in 1607. The tyrannical Patrick, Earl of Orkney is alleged to have used forced labour. He did not live long to enjoy it, being executed for treason in 1615. The palace fell into ruin during the 18th century.
June 2011
Rollei 35 camera
Fujichrome 100 film.
337
views
7
faves
1
comment
Uploaded on January 27, 2025
Taken on January 27, 2025