Earthquake House in Comrie
The site of the world's first modern seismometer, located in Comrie, Scotland, known as the "Shaky Toun" due to frequent earthquakes.

📜 Historic building in Comrie, Scotland, known as the 'Shaky Toun'.
🔍 Recognized as a building of special historic interest since 1977. Site of the world's first dedicated observatory for earthquakes.Why Go🌍 Site of the world's first modern seismometer🔭 Dedicated observatory for earthquakes🧐 Peek inside through a window to see modern equipment and original Mallet seismometer cross🚶 Easy access with layby parking nearby🏞️ Explore Comrie, known as the 'Shaky Toun' for seismic activityWhy Avoid🚫 Cannot enter the buildingTips🅿️ Small layby for parking, walk around the house and into the field📍 Located on a rocky outcrop to directly experience tremors🚶 Access on foot via a track and grassy path from the layby

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