Pyramids, Land sculpture near M8 motorway in Bathgate, Scotland.
The Pyramids is a land art installation comprising seven grass-covered earth ramps that extend along the M8 motorway in West Lothian. Each ramp rises steeply and creates a distinctive geometric form visible from a distance.
The installation was created by artist Patricia Leighton in 1993 as part of a broader motorway art initiative. Corporate sponsorship made the project possible, and it has remained a landmark feature of the landscape ever since.
The angular forms connect to the surrounding landscape and reference the natural drumlins and industrial heritage of the region. Visitors can sense this link to the environment while walking along the grass-covered ramps.
The site is easily visible from the motorway and accessible for exploration, with the ramps inviting visitors to walk around. Watch for grazing sheep on the grass areas, especially if you are traveling with children who might want to observe the animals.
The distinctive ramps inspired the naming of the adjacent Pyramids Business Park, demonstrating how art and commercial development became intertwined. This unexpected link transforms the artwork into something more than just a sculpture beside the motorway.
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