Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Queen Victoria's Obelisk
In or near Crathie.
Queen Victoria's Obelisk — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Alan Findlay — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Queen Victoria's Obelisk is a memorial located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Queen Victoria's Obelisk is a memorial located in the Scottish Highlands. It commemorates the life and reign of Queen Victoria, reflecting the era's architectural style and royal significance. The obelisk serves as a notable historical marker in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 57.0385, -3.2193
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB35 5TB
- Parliamentary constituency
- West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
Sources
- osm: node/12994068047 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Queen Victoria's Obelisk?
- Queen Victoria's Obelisk is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB35 5TB).
- What is Queen Victoria's Obelisk?
- Queen Victoria's Obelisk — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Queen Victoria's Obelisk?
- The nearest town is Crathie. Drivers can use postcode AB35 5TB.
- Is Queen Victoria's Obelisk free to visit?
- Yes, Queen Victoria's Obelisk is free to enter.
- How do I get to Queen Victoria's Obelisk?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode AB35 5TB. It sits within the West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine parliamentary constituency.