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The Kelpies, Scotland

The two enormous steel horse-heads known as the Kelpies are situated between the Scottish towns of Grangemouth and Falkirk. They form the eastern portal to the Forth and Clyde Canal, which meets the River Carron here, and are adjacent to the M9 motorway. The height of each head is 30 meters (98 feet).
Sculptor Andy Scott created the sculptures, which depict kelpies, and they were finished in October 2013. In April 2014, there was an unveiling event. The Helix is a parks area that surrounds the sculptures.When Scottish Canals started The Helix project in 2005, they chose the name to honor the legendary transformational creatures that have the stamina and strength of ten horses. As the ancestors of the heavy horse of Scottish industry and economy, the Kelpies pulled the coalships, ploughs, barges, and wagons that molded the Falkirk region's topography.The 30 m (98 ft) high, 300 tonne Kelpies are made of structural steel with stainless steel cladding. June 2013 saw the start of construction, which was finished by October 2013. On November 27, 2013, there was a topping out ceremony.As part of the renovated Kelpies Hub, the Kelpies are situated on opposite side of a specially built lock and basin. The forms are inspired by Clydesdale (draught) horses.

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Since Scotland is a member of the United Kingdom, which is in Europe and has a Schnegan visa policy, foreign nationals must obtain a visa before entering Scotland. The average period to obtain a Scotland visa from some of the world's top nations is approximately 15 days. However, we suggest that you check with your nation's local embassy or get advice from a travel counselor once. Scotland visa fee varies from 200 (GBP) Great British Pounds to GBP900.

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