Definition of ruling. 1  1a : exerting power or authority the ruling partyb : chief, predominating a ruling passion. 2  2 : generally prevailing.
The City of Edinburgh grew outwards from the Castle rock, and the first houses in Edinburgh were built on the area in front of Edinburgh Castle, which is now known as the Lawnmarket, and then the house building continued down the High Street and The Cannongate towards the Royal Palace of Holyrood House.
Castle Sween, Lochgilphead, Argyll and Bute. Owned by: Historic Scotland. Remains of 12th century castle, one of the earliest stone castles built in Scotland. Built by the Clan Suibhne (pronounced Sween), the castle changed hands many times during the medieval period. Free and open access at any reasonable time.