Your guide to Dunblane, Scotland from Cheap Hotels Ltd.
Dunblane is located in the Stirling region of Scotland, and is a small cathedral town with a population of around nine thousand residents. The town has a long and sometimes dark history, and visitors will also find that the area has plenty in the way of culture to explore. You will find that getting around the town is pretty easy, as there are good road and transport links, and you will also find a range of amenities and facilities to make your stay here more enjoyable and convenient. Whilst the town of Dunblane has grown quote extensively over the years it still boasts a range of historical buildings, namely the cathedral. Also, you will find Leighton Library, which is the oldest library in Scotland that is still open to the public, the local history museum, and others. Within easy reach of Dunblane you will find a number of places of interest to explore, and some of the places to visit include the Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park, the National Wallace Monument, Stirling Castle, Argyll's Lodging, and the Smith Art Gallery and Museum, all of which are within five miles from the town. The town's more recent history includes a tragedy that took place in March of 1996, which has become known as the Dunblane Massacre. Forty three year old Thomas Hamilton went on a killing spree in the town on this day, and making his way to the primary school he shot dead sixteen children and their teacher before turning the gun on himself. For many people the town of Dunblane will forever conjure up images of the Dunblane massacre first and foremost. Those looking to stay in Dunblane will find that there are a number of hotels available both in and around the town, so you should be able to find something that suits your needs. There are also many other facilities and amenities including shopping facilities and a range of eateries serving a wide range of cuisine.
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