The history of Kilmarnock Scotland, is one steeped rich in history. It is a gorgeous place, with restful and peaceful areas of beautiful scenery. It is home to a railway tram and was one of the earliest known anywhere in the world. Kilmarnock is also home to the well known popular Johnnie Walker Scotch whiskey. The company of Johnnie Walker Scotch has been around a very long time but have made plans to close its doors by the year 2011.

It is also home to the famous and well known historical buildings like, King Street Church and the Town Hall, all which is being rebuilt. Kilmarnock Scotland houses a beautiful 30-acre park, known as Kay Park. This park was given as a gift by a woman named Alexander Kay. It was first opened to the public in 1979 and the Burns Monument can be found located in it.

Kilmarnock Scotland has always been a town with transportation on its mind and the tram lines and power lines put into place are there to prove it. The idea was tossed around to extend the trek of the tram system but with rising costs, the plan never got approval. The town of Kilmarnock also is known for Dean Castle. The castle is home to an impressive armour and weapon exhibit and various musical instruments known as the Van Raalte collection.

The Sandbed Street Bridge is the oldest known surviving bridge in the area. The diversity of the area of Kilmarnock, has contributed to its rich historical past and draws visitors world wide. Kilmarnock is the very essence of Scotland. The town beckons for many to come explore and learn about its rich historical past.

The railway was opened in 1812, and was only a system of horse-drawn railway carriages, but it had been carrying individuals prior. It was not licensed to transport passengers, but the railway found a way past this stipend, by charging individuals wishing to use the system for travel. They would weight them and according to how much they weighed, would charge them the same rates as freight. This railway was later Scotland’s first steam powered train. In the year of 1846, the railway system was shut down for a short stint, allowing the system to improve and modernize its tracks. Today, the railway system is still in working order and transports passengers on a regular basis.

The name Troon is derived from a Celtic word “Trwyn” and means point or head of land. The name is fitting as the land is centered in a somewhat crescent shape. During the late 1800s, the area of Troon had a name as one of the top ten most popular ports that were coal regulated in the country of Britain. The coal industry in Troon, eventually declined when the Ayshire fields of coal came into focus. After that, the harbor of Troon continued to stay active none the less.

The area known as Kilmarnock, is the inland’s largest settlement of people. Kilmarnock is known for the epicenter for most of its industry. Both Kilmarnock and Troon are very attractive areas for tourist and individuals that wish to visit a place that has much to offer in a historic element and holds on to its past, yet is very much modernized in many ways.