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Putting Legends to the Test By Michael S. Rose |
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A proposal for a “non-invasive” excavation at Scotland's 15th-century Rosslyn Chapel meets with opposition.
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A recent proposal to conduct a “non-invasive” survey of an historic 15th century Gothic chapel in Scotland has created a wealth of excitement and media publicity throughout the British Isles this year. In Scotland, however, renewed calls for excavation by a group of Knights Templar has created a tumult, pitting the impetuous Knights against romantic devotees of the chapel who say in no uncertain terms: Leave it alone!
Rosslyn Chapel, located a few miles outside of Edinburgh in the town of Roslin, has for centuries been the subject of fantastic legends and mysteries that still puzzle observers today. Several books published in recent years purport to show how hidden secrets lurk throughout this venerated shrine, touted as one of the most mysterious places in Great Britain...
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