Greenknowe Tower, Tower house in Gordon, Scotland
Description
Greenknowe Tower is a four-story castle building made of red sandstone blocks standing on a low hill in Gordon. The L-shaped structure includes three round turrets that rise from the main walls.
History
The building was constructed in 1581 by Sir James Seton and bears carved initials above its entrance. Its design combines medieval defensive features with Renaissance elements that marked that era.
Culture
The structure shows how Scottish nobility designed and lived in their homes during the 1500s and beyond. The stonework and building shape reveal that both defense and comfort mattered equally to the families who built here.
Practical
The site can be visited during daylight hours, though interior areas may be closed when masonry work is underway. The exterior gate and surroundings remain generally accessible to visitors.
Did you know?
The original iron gate, known as a yett, is one of the few surviving defensive doors on Scottish tower houses. This type of heavy iron construction once protected the entrance from intruders.
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