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Edinburgh Live
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Sean Murphy & Alexander Smail

The magical blue pool just under an hour from Edinburgh that has to be seen to be believed

Those of you seeking a fun walk outside of the city should consider heading west to the land of the Kelpies, where you'll discover one of Scotland's enduring mysteries - the Blue Pool of the Tor Wood.

Lying just an hour from the capital in a forest clearing just outside of Falkirk lies this mysterious circular sapphire blue pool.

The forest of Tor Wood has a rich history with iconic Scottish figures such as Sir William Wallace and Robert the Bruce having both spent time there, but it's this man-made brick pool that remains one of its most notable features.

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