Publisher's Synopsis
The Tourist's Companion Through Stirling: Embracing Tours To The Trosachs, Aberfoyle, And The Rumbling Bridge is a travel guidebook written by John Forbes in 1850. The book is intended for tourists who are planning to visit Stirling, a city in central Scotland. It provides a detailed description of the city's history, geography, and attractions, as well as practical information on transportation, accommodations, and local customs.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of Stirling and its surroundings. The first section provides an overview of the city's history, including its role in Scottish history and the famous battles that took place there. The second section focuses on the city's architecture and landmarks, including Stirling Castle, the Church of the Holy Rude, and the Old Town Jail.The third section of the book is devoted to tours of the surrounding countryside, including the Trossachs, Aberfoyle, and the Rumbling Bridge. These tours are described in detail, with information on the best routes, scenic spots, and places of interest. The book also includes maps and illustrations to help readers navigate the area.Overall, The Tourist's Companion Through Stirling is a comprehensive guidebook that provides a wealth of information for anyone planning to visit Stirling and its surrounding countryside. It is written in a clear and engaging style, making it an enjoyable read for both armchair travelers and those who are planning a trip to Scotland.Also, A Guide From Edinburgh To Stirling.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
