AROUND EDINBURGH 



Inside we notice that the vaulting of the 

 roof is of remarkably fine workmanship, and 

 very well preserved; the small round central 

 aperture is perfect as when made. A tiny dor- 

 mer in each section of the roof contains a pair 

 of entrance-holes. The higher wall is orna- 

 mented by stone balls on upright shafts. 



The scene at Ravelston is altogether so de- 

 lightful that it is to be regretted that this 

 splendid dovecote, so well fitted for a "garden 

 ornament," should be unfortunately placed; the 

 front in close proximity toa thick hedge, which 

 makes a full appreciation of the building quite 

 impossible. 



