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28th Aug 2008


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Peel Castle was originally constructed by the Vikings in the 11th century, and new defensive positions were added as late as 1860.

Peel is often referred to as the rose red city due to the red sandstone used to build the castle and other important buildings.

Source

http://hdl.loc.gov/loc.pnp/ppmsc.08678
Library of Congress, Prints & Photographs Division,
Photochrom Collection, Reproduction number: LC-DIG-ppmsc-08678

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