berdeen, located on the edge of the North Sea, literally sparkles in the sunshine: most of the buildings of Old Aberdeen (some dating back to around 500 A.D.) are made entirely of granite. berdeen, located on the edge of the North Sea, literally sparkles in the sunshine: most of the buildings of Old Aberdeen (some dating back to around 500 A.D.) are made entirely of granite.
Stroll over the ancient Brig o' Balgownie (built over the River Don during the time of Robert the Bruce) down through timeless Seaton Park, and up to St. Machar's Cathedral. Founded in the 6th century by St. Machar, this impressive cathedral was the center around which Old Aberdeen, or "Aulton" as the Aberdonians call it, developed. The cobblestone streets and buildings of rock give the visitor an impression of looking back through a keyhole at another time.
Continue down the old paths to Union Street, and leave the timeless world to enter the modern-day busy city and the shops of Aberdeen. Take a break at Duthie Park to see why Aberdeen is known as the City of Roses, or try to find your way out of the maze at Hazlehead.
arischal College, of Aberdeen University, is one of the largest granite buildings in the world. In 1860, Marischal College and King's College were combined to become the University of Aberdeen. Among the distinguished alumni of Marischal College is the Reverend James Blair (1655-1743), the founder of The College of William & Mary in Virginia.
fter your tour through the college and down the cobbled streets, stop in and have a wee dock and doris at an Aberdonian pub. Or if you are hungry, have a taste of the world-famous Aberdeen Angus steak or the infamous national meal of haggis.