Glencoe, New Zealand facts for kids
Glencoe is a small area in the central Southland region of New Zealand's South Island. It's a quiet spot, known for its connection to a historical event.
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Where is Glencoe?
Glencoe is located in the Hokonui Hills. It sits along State Highway 96, which connects the small places of Hedgehope and Waitane. To the east, the closest larger town is Mataura. The city of Invercargill is located to the southwest.
Why is Glencoe called Glencoe?
This New Zealand area was named after a famous place in Scotland called Glen Coe. The Scottish name is Scottish Gaelic: Gleann Comhan. It's common for places in New Zealand to be named after places in the home countries of early settlers.
The Glencoe Monument
In February 1999, a special stone monument, called a cairn, was officially opened in Glencoe. This monument was built to remember an important historical event. It commemorates the 1692 Massacre of Glencoe that happened in Scotland.
What was the Massacre of Glencoe?
The Massacre of Glencoe was a sad event that took place in Scotland in 1692. It involved a conflict between different Scottish clans (family groups) and the government. Soldiers attacked members of the MacDonald clan in Glen Coe. The monument in New Zealand's Glencoe helps people remember this historical moment and its impact.
Images for kids
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The Glencoe Monument seen from the road.
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A closer view of the monument from the roadside.
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A full view of the Glencoe Monument.
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Close-up of the plaques on the monument, explaining its purpose.
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A side view of the Glencoe Monument.
