Rosslyn Chapel: A Treasure in Stone

Rosslyn Chapel: A Treasure in Stone

Rosslyn Chapel: A Treasure in Stone

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Rosslyn Chapel: A Treasure in Stone

2010

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The exquisite Rosslyn Chapel is a masterpiece in stone. It used to be one of Scotland's best-kept secrets, but it became world-famous when it was featured in Dan Brown's the Da Vinci Code.

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