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This equestrian statue of Charles II which stands in Parliament Square used to be white in colour. It was gifted to the city as a memorial to their support of Charles II and his accession. Since Charles never returned to Scotland after his coronation, it was seen by many as something of a slight, and is now found tucked away behind the High Kirk of St Giles.
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Links:
UK Monarchy Official Website - Charles II
Overview of King Charles II from Scotland Gazetteer
Charles II feature on Undiscovered Scotland
Portraits of Charles II at the National Portrait Gallery
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Faculty of Advocates
Heart of Midlothian
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Signet Library
Other statues of the Royal Family
Prince Albert
Charles II
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Queen Victoria