Merchiston Castle or Merchiston Tower was probably built by Alexander Napier the second Laird of Merchiston around 1454. It serves as the seat for Clan Napier. It is perhaps most notable for being the home of John Napier the 8th Laird of Merchiston inventor of logarithms who was born there in 1550.
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