Ecobird's photos with the keyword: Falkirk

Reflections of the Kelpies at Helix Park, Falkirk. As Kelpies are said to be aquatic water spirits I though I would capture them in their habitat!! The Kelpie are said to be malevolent, shape shifting spirits that often take the form of horses that lure people to their death. Once on the horse's back they find themselves 'stuck' and unable to dismount and are taken down to the depths and drowned. One such tale is of ten children who encountered a kelpie, nine of who climbed onto it's back, instantly sticking to it. The tenth just touched the kelpie and unable to pull free managed to cut off his finger in order to escape. Sadly the other nine were carried off by the kelpie and were never again seen. They also appear as humans, - sometimes as a beautiful young lady to entice unsuspecting young men to a watery grave. So think carefully guys, - the young girl who looks to be a beauty after a few drinks may well be the death of you!!! Should you encounter a horse by a river or stream take care if you pet him. If it is a kelpie and not a real horse remember the power of the kelpie and it's weak spot lies in his bridle. If you have a safe grip on the bridle you can control the kelpie but beware as kelpies are extremely strong! The first PiP is of the Kelpies (on land!!) with an enraptured man gazing at them and the 2nd PiP is a sign that I thought fitted the theme well. I have added a link by Bob Dylan called Spirit on the Water www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NJetQTkK84 A little bit of a tenuous link for the second link I have used this song as the Kelpies story is a (myth or) legend and because of the lyrics.. John Legend and 'All of Me' www.youtube.com/watch?v=450p7goxZqg 'My head's underwater and I am breathing fine;

Kelpies are shape shifting aquatic spirits that often take the form of horses, although they can take human form. They inhabit the rivers and lochs of Scotland and In some tales they lure unsuspecting humans down to the depths to a watery grave. The Kelpies at Helix Park, Falkirk are fantastic sculptures designed by Andy Scott and were completed in October 2013. They are 30 metres high (100 feet) and were designed to pay homage to Scotland's working horses who used to pull barges along the canals. These magnificent sculptures dominate the landscape and I understand are beautifully lit at night. There are also two smaller versions outside of the restaurant and two more at Ardrishaig harbour. I have added a track called 'Kelpie' by Jethro Tull www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyR7pdLDz_g a second track is a nod to the shapeshifting kelpie . Here are the Shapeshifters with Lola's Theme (I'm a Different Person) www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIC0aQ56ASE HBM. (Best viewed large I think. Thank you)

One of the Kelpies pictured under a dark sky. I have added the link 'Silver Stallion' by the Highwaymen www.youtube.com/watch?v=jU4caMqKssg

Model Kelpies at the Falkirk Wheel I have added 'Kelpie' by Jethro Tull. I hasten to add that the link was kindly sent to me by Boarischa so not my idea. My thanks Boarischa both for the link and introducing me to this song. I am really pleased and appreciate it. www.youtube.com/watch?v=tOy9MOW5NB4

The Falkirk Wheel is a rotating boat lift in central Scotland, connecting the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal.