A walk around the town of Ayr, Scotland
On the shores of the Firth of Clyde Bay in the south west of Scotland and in the Irish Sea lies the quiet cosy town of Ayr. Formerly a royal town, it is now the administrative centre of South Ayrshire Council. Its picturesque streets with their many cafes and shops attract thousands of tourists who want to enjoy the space and architecture of old Scotland and learn fascinating historical facts about events of the past.
The town of Ayr dates back to 1197 when King William the Lion ordered a new castle to be built between the rivers Ayr and Doon. King William the Lion recognised Ayr as a royal trading town in 1205 and, twenty years later, the once small settlement consisting of one street and St John's Church became a main seaport, market and administrative centre in Ayrshire.
Ayr was raided by the Norwegians several times during its existence, captured by the English in the 13th century and was soon recaptured by Robert the Bruce's forces. It became the most important town in south-west Scotland in the Middle Ages. Salt and wine were imported and fish, wool and animal skins were exported through its port.
From the 18th century Ayr developed into an industrial centre with coal mining, a sugar factory and several other light industrial enterprises. After the opening of a railway in 1839, the town attracted a stream of tourists who wanted to get to the luxurious beach of Ayr and stroll along its cosy streets.
Today, Ayr continues to attract visitors not only from all over Scotland, but also from other countries who come here to watch international air shows and traditional Scottish steeplechase races.
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