Rocks in Scotland

A reminder of the gruesome punishments delivered to those who were found guilty during Scotland's witchcraft trials.

Carved between 3500 and 1000 B.C., the distinctive carvings at this site are poorly understood.

A doctor had this large tub carved into rocks to facilitate easier seawater bathing.

Named for its similarity to the tip of a violin's bow, this striking formation was created by millions of years of erosion.

A stone-filled garden in the heart of Edinburgh commemorates the father of modern geology.

This uniquely shaped rock formation is one of Scotland's most iconic mountains and gives spectacular views in all directions.

This stone was once used by druids to determine a person's innocence or guilt.

An ancient stone with mysterious origins stands in a residential neighborhood.

Three large boulders covered in mysterious carvings and graffiti.

An ancient stone wall formed by lava that was a frequent stop during funeral marches.

This volcanic plug boasts the longest recorded history of any Scottish stronghold.

A poetic monument to the Scottish Parliament.

A pair of stones embedded in an Edinburgh street memorialize one of the city's last public hangings.

This unusual rock looks like a giant, otherworldly mushroom sprouting atop a cave.

This stack of stones honors a murdered 18th-century woman.

Legend says this rock was once a chopping block for public executions.