United Kingdom
Scotland
Lothian
Edinburgh
New Town/Broughton
Dreaming Spires Giraffe Sculptures at Picardy Place
United Kingdom
Scotland
Lothian
Edinburgh
New Town/Broughton
Dreaming Spires Giraffe Sculptures at Picardy Place
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Recommended by 38 out of 39 hikers
Location: New Town/Broughton, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom
Discover the enchanting metal giraffe sculptures at Picardy Place, gracefully enhancing the front of the OMNi Centre.
Crafted by Scottish artist Helen Denerley from recycled materials and lovingly nicknamed Martha and Gilbert by Denerley herself, these sculptures carry the following line from a poem by Roy Campbell (1946) at their base:
“Giraffes! A people who live between the earth & skies. Each in his own religious steeple – Keeping a lighthouse with his eyes.”
Immerse yourself in the artistic charm of the officially named "Dreaming Spires" and savor the unique atmosphere of this Edinburgh gem.
November 16, 2023
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