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Kirkwall is the capital of the Orkney Islands, an archipelago of 19 inhabited islands lying off the north coast of Scotland. The apk is a tutorial to the history and heritage of the city, highlighting over 70 territories of interest and including fascinating historical info, archive photos, video and audio clips, maps and walking trails. The interactive maps will assist you discover Kirkwall’s fascinating past, from the Viking Age when the Norse Earls ruled Orkney and built St Magnus Cathedral to the Stewart dynasty, when Earl Patrick Stewart built one of Scotland’s finest 17th century renaissance palaces in the heart of the city. Search out about the development of Kirkwall harbour, an necessary trading port linking Scandinavia, the Baltic and Northern Europe to the North Atlantic, Arctic and America. Wealthy merchants who grew rich on this trade built ok stone houses during the 17th and 18th centuries which give Kirkwall much of its hero today. Learn about the people who have shaped the history of Kirkwall and Orkney over the centuries, and the origins of local traditions including the Kirkwall Ba’ mini game played annually in the town’s streets. Features ======== Walking trails: Highlights - a short city centre trail Explore - a varied walk through the historic roads Perspectives - a longer walk which takes in views of the city from higher ground Peedie Folk - 2 trails designed for kids (aged 8 - 12 years) ‘Check in’ feature : collect a ‘badge’ for each put you visit Accessibility settings: change colours/fonts, enlarge text Brief welcome in 6 languages Peedie Folk: designed for kids (under 12) accompanied by one or more adults, the children’s trails are led by a hero called Erlend, made by the kids of a local basic school. He tutorials you around the city telling stories about the history as you go, and highlighting features to look out for on your walk. The apk is a fun method to discover Kirkwall’s capital and to search out about its rich and fascinating past.