Gladstone's Land, Residential building on Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Scotland
The six-story stone tenement building features painted ceilings, curved stairs, and an arcade entrance with traditional merchant shop displays.
Thomas Gledstanes, a wealthy merchant, acquired and renovated the property in 1617, transforming it into a prestigious multi-level residence for different social classes.
The building demonstrates Edinburgh's vertical living arrangements, where merchants, nobles, and workers shared the same structure across multiple floors during the 17th century.
Visitors can explore three levels of furnished rooms, view period decorations, and enjoy refreshments at the ground floor ice cream parlor from 10:00 to 16:00.
The ceiling artwork contains a hidden monkey figure within its detailed 1620s paintings, reflecting the merchant's connections to international trade.
Location: City of Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
Inception: 1617
Website: https://nts.org.uk/visit/places/gladstones-land
GPS coordinates: 55.94950,-3.19376
Latest update: July 7, 2025 09:03
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