Largs, North Ayrshire, Scotland, UK .Statue known as Magnus the Viking was gifted to the people of Largs by North Ayrshire Council to commemorate the 750th anniversary of the Battle of Largs. Constructed of galvanised steel, the statue stands 16 feet (5 metres) tall and was created by David Ogilvie Engineering of Kilmarnock. it was not without controversy as local councillors and residents in the area objected to it position and size. It sits on Largs Promenade amonst the plam trees
A unique bit of fun with considerable historical relevance. The 16 feet tall steel statue of Magnus the Viking was erected in 2013 to commemorate the 750th anniversary of the the Battle of Largs in 1263 when the Scots defeated the Viking army, which led to Scotland regaining control of Kintyre and the Western Isles. called "Magnus" in honour of the first Patron of the Viking Festival, Magnus Magnusson, and the current Patron, Professor Magnus Fladmark.
Size: 3456px × 5184px
Location: Largs Promenade, Ayrshire, Scotland, UK
Photo credit: © Alister Firth / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No
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