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Like most European nations, Great Britain maintains a number of Knightly Orders that it bestows upon those who have rendered great service to the country.

The prolific, thorny thistle is credited in legend as the plant that saved Scotland during the Middle Ages.

Since the 19th century, there have been additional royal jewels placed on display with the Honours of Scotland.

For nobles of medieval Europe, a title would be rewarded to a person who performed some service to the monarch and would usually be passed down to each new generation.

For those who visit historic Edinburgh, the highlight of their stay will be a tour of St Giles Cathedral, located on the Royal Mile near Edinburgh Castle.