Temple of Venus
Location
Macduff, Hill of Doune
Macduff, Aberdeenshire
OS Map Reference
NJ 697 637
Date
1737
Description
Belvedere in the form of domed arcaded rotunda. Modern harl. 6 round headed keystone arches rising from a continuous plinth. Domed roof capped by a small ball finial. Built for the Earl of Fife on a hill over-looking Duff House, the Earl's folly once housed a statue of the goddess Venus. Built by the Earls of Fife to improve the skyline.
Era
1700s
Information Source
Aberdeenshire Council listed building records.
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Creator
- William Adam, Architect
Photographer
- Dianne Sutherland
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