The Falkirk Wheel is a unique rotating boat lift located in Falkirk, Scotland. It connects the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal, overcoming a height difference of 24 meters (79 feet). Opened in 2002, the wheel is the only one of its kind in the world and serves as both a functional piece of canal infrastructure and a popular tourist attraction. The design ingeniously balances the weight of the boats with water, using minimal energy to lift and lower vessels between the two canals.
The Kelpies in Falkirk, United Kingdom, are a pair of monumental horse-head sculptures that stand 30 meters (98 feet) tall. Created by artist Andy Scott and completed in October 2013, these stunning structures are part of The Helix, a land transformation project. The sculptures pay homage to the heavy horses that once powered Scotland's industry and agriculture. The Kelpies are named after mythological water spirits that have the ability to transform into horses, reflecting the blend of historical and mythical significance.
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