The King’s Fountain Mermaid sculpture at Linlithgow Palace in Scotland

February 20, 2013 By Mermaids of Earth Leave a Comment

A website page has been added for the mermaid sculpture that is part of the King’s Fountain at Linlithgow Palace in Scotland.

Built in 1538 by James V, it was restored to working order in 2007.

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