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The Kelpies

Helix Park, Falkirk

Giant steel horse heads honouring Scotland's shape-shifting water spirits.

In Scottish folklore, a kelpie is a water spirit that takes the shape of a horse. It tempts travellers to climb on its back, then drags them into the water to drown.

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When
Opened 2013
Where
56.0190, -3.7550
Group
Dragons & monsters

Visiting

Free to see in Helix Park, with tours inside the sculptures.

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